Antigua Casa Talavera

An unforgettable experience. Going here was not just a purchase, but a memory I’ll carry forever. I came to Antigua Casa Talavera hoping to find a few pieces of authentic Spanish ceramics, something meaningful to take home. What I experienced instead was something much more personal and lasting. From the moment I walked in, I could tell this shop is something rare. The shopkeeper (I very much regret not getting his name) took real time with me, clearing a table, laying out white paper, and patiently guiding me through pieces that reflected what I was looking for; not a matched set, but individual works that complemented each other in style, color, and feeling. He understood immediately. The three pieces I left with are stunning; vibrant, hand-painted, traditional Talavera de La Reina of heirloom quality. They will live on long after me. This isn’t a tourist shop. It’s a cultural institution. If you care about craftsmanship and heritage, this is the place go. One tip: make sure you bring an extra suitcase for the flight home. No shipping, which I totally understand. I had to get smaller pieces than originally intended, but I am no less happy overall. The packaging was done with extreme care, with multiple protective layers all around, and buttressed with an exterior box. I had no concerns with getting them home.

This shop has a wide variety of items, including bowls, plates, vases, and coffee cups, all decorated with beautiful patterns and designs. I bought a small cup, and I could see the traces of handcrafting—it’s not perfectly uniform, but that’s exactly the charm of handmade pieces. The owner is very friendly and welcoming.

Incredible experience. Beautiful, handcrafted one of a kind pieces. Wonderful service; the gentleman who attended us was very kind and told us about each piece and the artisans who craft them.

Stopped by this shop to peruse the work of several Spanish artists. Not only does the store have an amazing family history but it has a variety of really interesting works that feel very authentically Spanish. We spent some time with the owner hearing about the shop’s history and his family and we selected a few lovely pieces he packaged up for us. It isn’t an inexpensive store but I was happy to bring home pieces from actual artists and not just replicas made in a factory somewhere. Definitely stop by, even if you don’t purchase anything!

Beautiful pieces here, they aren't super cheap but that's what you should expect from things of this quality made by hand, it's a reflection of the skill and artistry involved. The man we spoke with was very friendly and helpful, and told us about the things we chose, where they came from in Spain and who made them. The whole store is beautiful to look at and there was no pressure to get anything, but of course we got a couple of beautiful ceramics to take home and be treasured for a long time.

I just stop by today. I'm the French girl from Bordeos. We chatted a while. The shop is amazing, the pieces are gorgeous and most importantly, the owner is the nicest person. You made my day sir, muchas gracias.

A great place to buy ceramics. Not far from the central part of old Madrid. They carry ceramics from the main ceramic-producing areas of Spain, including Granada, Valencia, and Talavera de la Reina. They have all shapes, sizes, and prices. We bought these two wonderful pieces and our daughters got some smaller pieces.

The gentleman inside is wonderful. He is so helpful with selection and is a marvelous packer. We carried many items that arrived safely to Texas. There are sooo many beautiful things to choose from you will not be disappointed!

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We visit the store on every trip to Spain, best selection of ceramic & wide variety of artisans and excellent customer service. Thank you

This is a very nice ceramic shop that has been a family business for four generations. The owner is very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended!

To cap my exciting and memorable trip to Spain, I decided to look into Spanish pottery stores. I visited Antigua Casa Talavera just as the store was opening in the morning. I was greeted by Jose, the store manager, with a big smile, background stories on the pottery and an obvious passion for his work. This store has pottery handcrafted from three families and it has been going on for at least three generations. I'm not an avid shopper for this kind of thing, but I found the prices (for most items) to be very, very reasonable. I could not be happier with my purchase. Plus, Jose created a nifty and secure package that survived my two flights home! Highly recommend this place!

I've been to this little shop twice, once eleven years ago in 2005 and returned this year (2016). It's not often I remember a retail shop from my abroad travels, but this one is unique for a few reasons. One is the beautiful and authentic (made in Spain) pottery. There's all manner of pottery, all sizes and shapes, useful to decorative, and in various price ranges (the quality pieces are not inexpensive and if you are simply seeking souvenirs then this might not be your best bet). The pottery comes in various styles typical of the region in which it was produced; my personal favorite is the colorful glazed and textured plates from Granada. If you aren't familiar with what you are looking for or just want to know more about it in general, then the every present owner, Jose, is a vast source of knowledge. Even if you aren't planning on a purchase, the store itself is like a museum to pottery; don't miss the store's colorful facade of vintage tiles or the original tile inlaid floor. Jose wraps up your purchases with extra care and ensures they are travel ready.

Made this one of my musts visits while in Madrid. I was in awe the moment I walked in, everything is handcrafted and beautiful. Each piece is hand painted and has incredible detail. My only problem isn't I couldn't buy everything. I'm so thrilled with what we purchased and they wrapped it up really well. Definitely a must see!!!

My wife and I collect ceramics from around the world, and we have traveled throughout spain and portugal in search of artistic work of quality. Antigua Casa Talavera is a great one-stop place to shop and buy some of the best work from many regions of spain. I've shopped there twice and purchased pieces from Granada. The owner speaks reasonable English and is happy to spend time telling you about each piece and some of the traditions behind it. If you are looking for authentic work, as opposed to the usual dreck in the tourist traps, this is the place to go.

My GF and I like ceramic stuff, specially the Mediterranean kind. So when we were in Madrid we decided to look at 2 that had reviews. Like many of the small places we wanted ti visit, having a smartphone with a GPS is a great help. One has the ring to have the owner let one in. The place is not large, but there is a good selection of tiles, plates, and vases of all sizes to choose from. The owner said the products are handmade from the different regions of Spain copied from traditional patterns. The price is a function of the size, intricacy, and kiln firing time. We chose a thicker tile as it had a better chance of not breaking. The owner wrapped the purchase very carefully with bubble wrap and thick paper and tied it all with twine that had a loop so we could carry the bundle more easily. We left happy with our unique souvenirs.