Vintage Studio Pottery Tall Jug Vase Hand Painted Botanical Design Signed 28cm

🔎 Key Details

• Item: Vintage Mexican Studio Pottery Jug / Decorative Vase

• Maker / Brand: Possibly Alba Pottery – attribution not confirmed

• Origin: Believed to be Mexico

• Year / Era: Circa 1960s–1980s (estimated)

• Design: Hand-painted abstract botanical foliage and berry motifs

• Materials: Glazed stoneware ceramic

• Height: Approximately 28 cm

• Shape: Tall cylindrical body with rounded shoulders, elongated neck, flared pouring lip and sculptural curved handle

• Colours: Earthy beige, charcoal brown, olive green, ochre and muted pink

• Finish: Textured semi-matte glaze with contrasting dark brown neck and base

• Style: Mid-Century Modern / Mexican Folk Art / Rustic Studio Pottery

• Markings: Hand-painted two-line inscription to underside, believed to read 'Alba Mexico'

• Construction: Appears wheel-thrown with hand-applied decoration

• Type: Decorative Jug / Pitcher / Vase

📖 Mini Story – Where Every Find Tells a Story

With its rich earthy tones, elegant silhouette and expressive botanical decoration, this beautiful vintage pottery jug captures the warmth and rustic charm associated with traditional Mexican studio ceramics.

Standing approximately 28 cm tall, the piece features an elongated neck, gracefully curved handle and a distinctive hand-painted botanical design combining olive-green foliage, charcoal leaves and delicate pink accents. The textured stoneware surface, visible throwing rings and contrasting dark glaze enhance its handcrafted character.

Of particular interest is the hand-painted inscription on the underside, believed to read 'Alba Mexico'. A closely matching signature has been identified on another piece of pottery described as Mexican studio ceramics, suggesting a possible connection to Mexican pottery production.

An appealing decorative piece, equally suited to a mid-century modern interior, rustic farmhouse setting or an established collection of vintage studio ceramics.

🏺 Condition

Condition: Good vintage condition – see detailed notes below.

This is a genuine vintage item and is presented in pre-loved condition consistent with age and use.

• Attractive overall presentation with vibrant, well-preserved decorative colours.

• Minor surface wear and natural glaze variations consistent with age and handcrafted production.

• Visible throwing rings and subtle variations in the ceramic finish.

• Darker glazing around the neck, pouring rim and base is consistent with the original design.

• Hand-painted inscription remains clearly visible on the underside.

• Watertightness has not been tested; recommended primarily for decorative use.

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