Clase Azul Reposado Tequila Decanter
Decorative Art and Ceramic Vessel • Produced by artisans in Santa Maria Canchesdá, Mexico, for Clase Azul
Style & Movement
Contemporary Mexican Folk Art Revival and Luxury Consumer Design
Medium & Technique
Handmade ceramic with cobalt blue hand-painted feathered motifs and metallic silver-painted pewter agave-leaf stopper
Creation Period
Contemporary (Late 20th to Early 21st Century)
Dimensions & Format
Height approximately 16 to 18 inches, upright vertical sculptural format
Subject Description
A tall, curvaceous ceramic decanter featuring a distinctive feathered or leaf-like cobalt blue pattern hand-painted on a white glazed background, topped with a stylized metallic silver-colored stopper resembling an agave heart.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good. The ceramic body appears intact with glossy glaze and clear hand-painted details, though minor wear on the metallic stopper may be present.
Estimated Market Value
150 USD - 300 USD (depending on contents and collector market)
Auction Estimate
100 USD - 200 USD
Provenance History
Acquired directly from a retail vendor or luxury spirits distributor, representing standard secondary or tertiary ownership in a domestic collection.
Art Historical Significance
Significant in contemporary packaging and industrial design as an example of elevating traditional Mexican pottery techniques into a luxury collectible status symbol.
Notable Features
Hand-painted cobalt blue feather motifs unique to each individual decanter, combined with a heavy sculpted pewter-colored agave top.
Condition Issues
Potential minor scuffing on the metallic top or dust accumulation in crevices, but no structural cracks or major losses apparent from visual inspection.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep displayed out of direct sunlight to prevent glaze or paint fading; clean gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth; avoid abrasive chemical cleaners.