The exhibition, organized in collaboration with the La Rambla City Council, highlights the historical significance and identity of the municipality, which has been linked to clay and ceramics for over a century. Culture delegate Gabriel Duque noted that the exhibition allows for close viewing of pieces awarded in various categories, including the evolution of glazing and the role of women in craftsmanship.
The Botí Centre is transformed into a showcase for this traditional activity, complemented by works from the Dionisio Ortiz School and the exhibition ‘Flor es’, which merges ceramics, live flowers, and contemporary art. The latter includes works by artists such as Aniana Heras, winner of the New Forms and Contemporary Ceramics 2026 category.
The contests, celebrating their centenary this year, have evolved from the original White or Bisque category to include Glazed Ceramics, Decorated Large Pieces, and New Forms and Contemporary Ceramics. The Association of Potter Artisans, founded in 1984, and La Rambla's recognition as an Artisan Interest Zone and a Regional Tourist Interest Asset underscore the importance of this tradition.
Álvaro Montaño, president of the Association of Potters and Arts of La Rambla, explained that the monographic exhibition, the oldest in Spain, features 17 award-winning works from the annual competition's three modalities. These pieces are itinerant and have been displayed in various venues before arriving in Córdoba, and will later travel to Seville.
The mayor of La Rambla, Jorge Fernández, recalled the exhibition's beginnings in 1926 with traditionally manufactured items like water jugs and pitchers, emphasizing the evolution towards innovation and new ceramic forms while maintaining the essence of craftsmanship and hand decoration.
