Holy water font with Jesuit coat of arms, Talavera, Castilian School

Descriptio Glazed and polychrome ceramic. Measures 27 x 15 x 8 cm. Wall-mounted ewer with a mixtilinear profile decorated with the IHS monogram associated with the Society of Jesus, accompanied by floral motifs and vegetal details executed with spontaneous and expressive brushstrokes. The structure features a semicircular lower section for holding holy water and a molded upper section with decorative elements in a popular Baroque style. The color combination of blues, yellows, and manganese adds visual vibrancy and reinforces the handcrafted character of the piece. The Jesuit iconography underscores its devotional function and its connection to religious or domestic settings deeply marked by Counter-Reformation spirituality. The work is a remarkable example of 18th-century Talavera pottery, prized for its ability to integrate religious symbolism and popular ornamental language. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.

Estimate:£500.59

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