Terracotta water pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico

This terracotta water pot originates from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, dating to the 1950s. Traditional pottery-making techniques in this region have been passed down through generations, with artisans creating functional vessels for daily use including water storage and cooking. The rounded form and burnished surface are characteristic of Mixtec pottery traditions that blend pre-Columbian methods with colonial influences. This piece is part of a rare collection of ten vessels from the 1950s, which significantly enhances its provenance and collectibility. Museum-quality examples from documented collections of this period are particularly valued by collectors of Mexican folk art and ethnographic pottery for their cultural authenticity, superior craftsmanship, and connection to indigenous artisan heritage. The warm terracotta tones and hand-formed shape appeal to enthusiasts of primitive decorative arts, museums, and serious collectors of Latin American ethnographic material. These pieces are increasingly sought after as functional art objects that bring warmth and cultural depth to contemporary interiors while preserving traditional Mexican craftsmanship.