How to Collect Mexican Pottery

Mexican pottery is a diverse kind of collection, with different sizes and shapes, colors and artwork. Whether someone has given you a gift of pottery or the beautiful bold colors have caught your eye, collecting Mexican pottery can be fun and addictive. There are a few tips to help you start a collection if you're a beginner to Mexican pottery or grow your collection if you have been collecting for a long time.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Library or media on Mexican pottery
• Clubs or associations on Mexican art and pottery

1. Educate yourself by reading up on Mexican pottery. Find out the era in which pieces were made and where you can find more of the similar styles. Visit museums, libraries and galleries.

2. Join a collectors association. There are several websites where you can speak to experts and other collectors about Mexican pottery and its history.

3. Narrow or broaden your choice of topics. Choose whether you like pottery made from the Mata Ortiz region, if you like Mexican porcelain pieces over earthenware pieces or if you prefer lamps to vases.

4. Keep your eyes and ears open for estate and yard sales. Flea markets may have great deals on Mexican pottery and ceramics, and antique shops are also great places to find these treasures. A visit to Mexico would be a great trip for adding to your collection.

Tips & Warnings

• If your first piece was given as a gift, talk to the person who gave it to you so you know where they bought it. Go to the shop and speak with a salesperson; perhaps he can give you insights and tips on how to further your collection or just learn more about the pottery pieces.
• If you are an avid collector, beware of fakes. The more you know about the pottery, the harder it will be for you to be tricked by a fake. Speak to experts and read more on Mexican pottery so you do not get duped into buying a fake piece.

References

• Mexican Pottery Collecting