Inspired by Spanish masters, the Hispanics began to age clays in water, transforming them into an elastic paste. They then shaped this paste into vases and plates, and after baking them, covered them with glaze to create a glassy and shiny pottery. This technique, known as "Talavera", comes from Talavera, Spain, but soon the Poblano products surpassed the originals in fame due to the quality of the clays and local skill.
The Poblano Talavera became a legacy that transcends borders, appreciated both in Mexico and abroad. In homage to this tradition, Ariosto Rivera presents his new collection "Talavera" in September, capturing the essence of this pottery through anthropomorphism and eclecticism. Rivera incorporates techniques such as popotillo and goldsmithing, creating a tribute to Mexican arts and uniting past and present in a visual dialogue that reinterprets the cultural richness of Talavera.
In summary, Poblano Talavera is not just a cultural heritage, but a bridge between times, places, and emotions, revitalized by contemporary proposals such as those of Ariosto Rivera.