View all examples of MEXICO CITY WHITE-VARIETY 2
| Type Name: | MEXICO CITY WHITE-VARIETY 2 |
| Type Index: | MAJOLICA |
| Production Origin: | MEXICO CITY, MEXICO |
| Date Range: | 1540-1650 |
| Defining Attributes: |
Tan or pinkish-tan granular paste. Tan, deep cream or greenish-tan glaze that often appears nearly transparent. |
| Vessel Forms: |
ALBARELO BOWL JAR PLATO |
| Comments: | Mexico City White (Variety 2) is part of the Mexico City Common ware majolica tradition that came into production around 1540. It has not been reported from sites outside of Mexico. |
| Published Definitions: | Lister and Lister 1982; Deagan 2002 |