Vintage Mexican talavera (Puebla) jar, hand-made and painted, with lid, and ribbon-form handles, circa 20th century 

height 16 in. x width 14 in. x depth 11 in. 

Provenance: The Estate collection of late teacher and humanitarian Douglas Rhodenbaugh, from his historic downtown Austin, Texas home. Mr. Rhodenbaugh spent decades traveling throughout Latin America assuming his vast collection of folk and fine arts, often buying pieces directly from the artisans he met on his travels.