Búho - decorative owl - Talavera ceramics

Figura of Owl
Amazing, very warm, decorated with vivid colors Owl figurine. The owl was decorated by a Mexican craftsman with patterns of flowers, leaves and stems, matching the Talavera style in which it was made. The dominant colors of the decoration are yellow, green, brown and red. The owl's eyebrows contrast with the rest of the decoration in navy blue and emphasize wisdom, justice and principledness. The dense structure of the dye applied to the figure, its way of glazing and firing brings a 3D-like effect.

The warm, pastel colors of the owl, with which it was painted, are not accidental. Looking at the figure, you can feel the peace, serenity and balance. Owl symbolizes wisdom and prudence in judgment. In the Mayan culture, the owl symbolized the god of death and night. It aroused anxiety, but was also associated with rest and peace. Indians accepted death as something normal, as a stage of life. The owl was also associated with the inevitability of everyday life situations, both positive and negative. Indians believed that there is no need to fight with destiny, it is worth surrendering to it regardless of the consequences.

Ceramics in Talavera style
This way of making pottery came to Mexico in the 16th century from Spain, specifically from the city of Talavera de la Reina, hence the name porcelain. Talavera is a specific way of forming the product, applying dye, glazing and firing it in special kilns. Artisanal workmanship and its care makes Talavera products known and valued all over the world.