Barro Rojo Vase

Craft

This barro rojo (red clay) vase is made by artisans living in the Oaxacan highlands. The red clay is gathered from the surrounding hills. Bits of wood, stone and corn are used as tools to mould the clay on a traditional banding wheel. The pottery is burnished using a stone and brush to give it a smooth unglazed finish. Finally it is pit fired under corrugated metal with wood, sawdust and cardboard. This technique has been passed down through generations for hundreds of years in this village.

Materials

Red Clay

Dimensions

22 x 21cm

Care

Hand wash and dry well.

Note

Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variations may occur.

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