This vase is painted in a dark blue background and beautiful sunflowers in the foreground. Mexican Talavera ceramic is the result of a mixture of cultures over the time. The Spaniards were influenced by Arabic pottery, they brought it to Mexico and the mixture of cultures gave as result these beautiful art in ceramic. This ceramic flower vase is just an example of the exquisite beauty the Mexican craftsmen put on each item they create. It is handcrafted and hand-painted, which means that no two flower vases are the same! There might be small differences in size, weight, and colors. If you want to delight somebody special with an unique handcrafted gift, this is what you are looking for!