Vintage Mexican Folk Art Terracotta Ram Planter Dee Marcellus Cole Estate 7"

Product Overview
This is a remarkable vintage terracotta ram planter featuring a bold, pre-Columbian inspired silhouette with prominent curled horns. Reflecting the ancient zoomorphic vessel traditions of Mexico (such as Tonala or Colima styles), it exhibits a powerful rustic aesthetic. This piece features a distinguished provenance, acquired directly from the estate of the celebrated Southern California artist, professor, and avid Mexican folk art collector, Dee Marcellus Cole. It stands as a genuine, highly collectible artifact of mid-century global folk art.

Materials
Heavy earthenware/stony-textured clay (terracotta). The surface features traces of mineral-based slip painting with vibrant blue-green glass-like glaze highlights along the rim and horns.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition with no structural cracks, chips, or major damage. It displays a stunning, authentic aged patina, including organic moss/earth traces on the surface that greatly enhance its rustic, primitive character. Please review all high-resolution photos for close-up details.