Description
A beautifully crafted signed and dated 1988 studio pottery dinnerware set by ceramic artist Day Allen, handmade in Mexico and executed in warm terracotta with refined folk-modern detailing.
This coordinated set includes three plates and three bowls, each hand-thrown and finished with a glossy clear glaze. The design features deep cobalt blue banding accented by white slip-trailed geometric motifs, a decorative approach inspired by traditional Mexican pottery and reinterpreted through a late-20th-century studio pottery lens.
Each piece is hand-signed and dated "Day Allen - Feb. 1988", underscoring its authenticity and collectible appeal. The combination of earthy clay, graphic detailing, and artisanal irregularities makes this set equally suited for display or elevated everyday use.
An excellent example of late 20th-century Mexican studio ceramics, ideal for collectors of handmade pottery, rustic modern interiors, or thoughtfully curated tablescapes.
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Details
*Creator: Day Allen
*Origin: Mexico
*Date: 1988 (signed & dated)
*Materials: Terracotta / Earthenware
*Techniques: Hand-thrown, hand-painted, slip-trailed decoration
*Finish: Clear glazed terracotta with cobalt and white detailing
*Set Includes: 3 plates, 3 bowls
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Measurements
Plates (3):
* 9.5" diameter x 0.75"H
* Approx. 20 oz each
Bowls (3):
* 6.75" diameter x 2" H
* Approx. 13 oz each
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good vintage condition. Minor chips and light surface wear present, consistent with age and use. No cracks or repairs observed. Natural glaze variations and subtle irregularities reflect the handmade nature of the pieces.
Origin:
Mexico
Materials & Techniques:
Pottery
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Mexico
This coordinated set includes three plates and three bowls, each hand-thrown and finished with a glossy clear glaze. The design features deep cobalt blue banding accented by white slip-trailed geometric motifs, a decorative approach inspired by traditional Mexican pottery and reinterpreted through a late-20th-century studio pottery lens.
Each piece is hand-signed and dated "Day Allen - Feb. 1988", underscoring its authenticity and collectible appeal. The combination of earthy clay, graphic detailing, and artisanal irregularities makes this set equally suited for display or elevated everyday use.
An excellent example of late 20th-century Mexican studio ceramics, ideal for collectors of handmade pottery, rustic modern interiors, or thoughtfully curated tablescapes.
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Details
*Creator: Day Allen
*Origin: Mexico
*Date: 1988 (signed & dated)
*Materials: Terracotta / Earthenware
*Techniques: Hand-thrown, hand-painted, slip-trailed decoration
*Finish: Clear glazed terracotta with cobalt and white detailing
*Set Includes: 3 plates, 3 bowls
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Measurements
Plates (3):
* 9.5" diameter x 0.75"H
* Approx. 20 oz each
Bowls (3):
* 6.75" diameter x 2" H
* Approx. 13 oz each
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good vintage condition. Minor chips and light surface wear present, consistent with age and use. No cracks or repairs observed. Natural glaze variations and subtle irregularities reflect the handmade nature of the pieces.
Origin:
Mexico
Materials & Techniques:
Pottery
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Mexico
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good vintage condition. Minor chips and light surface wear present, consistent with age and use. No cracks or repairs observed. Natural glaze variations and subtle irregularities reflect the handmade nature of the pieces.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
3.5 x 10.25 x 10.25 in
1988 Mexican Studio Pottery Dinnerware Set by Day Allen - Hand-Painted Terracotta Plates & Bowls Set
Estimate $150-$330
Starting Price
$75
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