Handcrafted Pottery
Handcrafted Pottery
Earthenware pottery is the most common type of Mexican folk art. First made here around 4500 years ago, today it is a melding of the newer, Spanish techniques of glazing and firing with the ancient Indian shapes, colors and patterns. We feature the Barro Policromado from Izucar de Matamoros, especially the renowned designs of the Castillo family. The family makes our multi-colored Menorah candelabras, too. Recently, we have expanded our selection to also include the terra cotta nativity figurines from Naples, Italy. They are another handcrafted pottery tradition that goes back several centuries.
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This category of Mexican pottery includes handcrafted sculptures, candlesticks, candelabras holding three candles or more, menorahs, trees of life, Talavera stoneware, and Day Of The Dead skeleton art. They are made by artisans living in Puebla, Mexico, and especially in the town of Izucar de Matamoros.
Mexican ceramic candelabras and trees of life are an eduring art form. They evolved from ceremonial incense burners and candleholders of the early potters in the village of Izucar de Matamoros, south of Puebla. Scholars believe that the form of candelabras with tree-like branches evolved out of the tradition of incensing newlywed couples as a form of purification. The Izucar pottery family that does the most traditional work is that of Francisco Flores. Francisco’s late father, Aurelio Flores, is a legendary figure of Mexican popular art. The six siblings of the Castillo family form a dynasty of renowned artists. We are lucky to carry their work!
The Talavera stoneware is made by hand from a blend of two kinds of clay. Once formed, the piece dries for eight weeks before firing. The piece is then dipped in a coating of background glaze. Artists then hand-paint traditional designs before being fired again. This produces a piece with brilliant color and a glass-like, durable surface.
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Blue Floral Spoon Rest
Size: 9.5 inches long x 4.5 wide
The Blue Floral Spoon Rest is stoneware pottery with a high-gloss glaze. It features a blue background with red flowers and green vines. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa.
SKU: PO-4_12$35.00 -
Blue Covered Jar
Size: 8.75 inches tall x 4 inches in diameter
The Blue Covered Jar is a decorative hand-painted, pottery jar. It is painted blue with white flowers. Handcrafted by Mayólica Santa Rosa.
SKU: PO-2_011$59.00 -
Catrina Pitcher
Size: 7 inches tall x 7 inches wide
The Catrina Pitcher features a hand painted face of La Catrina. Each is one-of-a-kind so colors will vary; they are all beautiful. It is fired with a high gloss glaze. It is signed on the bottom. Mexican pottery by Mayólica Santa Rosa.
SKU: PO-1_042$89.00 -
Pottery Candelabra in Lavender with Birds
Size: Measures 8 inches tall
The Pottery Candelabra in Lavender with Birds features 6 birds, flowers and a beautiful painted design. Handmade by Geovanni Mercado Morgan. Holds three candles, not included. NOTE: Due to the size and fragility of these candelabras, they need to be shipped in a larger box with additional bubble wrap and packing peanuts. Thus, shipping charges for these items may be higher than for other products on our site.
SKU: PO-3_19$72.00 -
Noah’s Ark Candelabra, 7 1/2-inches tall
Size: 7.5 inches tall x 6 inches wide
Noah’s Ark candelabra, this one is very intricate and detailed. Will accommodate four small candles (birthday-candle sizes), not included. Signed by the Artist. NOTE: Due to the fragility of this candelabras, it needs to be shipped in a larger box with additional bubble wrap and packing peanuts. Thus, shipping charges for this item may be higher than for other products on our site.
SKU: PO-3_20$90.00 -
Gold Floral Blue Jar
Size: 9.5 inches tall x 3.5 inch diameter
The Gold Floral Blue Jar is a decorative hand-painted, pottery jar. It is painted blue with white flowers. Handcrafted by Mayólica Santa Rosa.
SKU: PO-4_13$48.50 -
Large Black Floral Jar
Size: 9 inches tall x 5 inches in diameter
The Large Black Floral Jar has a floral design in gold, green, and blue. It has a lid. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed by the artist.
SKU: PO-4_14$48.50 -
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Large Blue Jar With White Swirls
Size: 12.5 inches tall x 5 inch diameter
The Large Blue Jar With White Swirls is 12.5 inches tall. The lidded jar is decorated in blue with green and gold vines and blue flowers.
SKU: PO-4_15$53.00 -
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Blue Jar with Gold Floral Design
Size: 12 inches tall x 4.5 inches in diameter
The Blue Jar With Gold Floral Design features a bright blue background with a gold, green, and white floral design. 12 inches tall. It has a lead-free gloss finish. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed by the artist.
SKU: PO-4_16$53.00 -
Yellow Birds Miniature Candelabra with Purple Flowers, Single Candle
Size: 2.5 inches tall x 2 inches wide
Yellow Birds Miniature Candelabra with purple flowers holds a single birthday candle. Handmade by Geovanni Mercado. Perfect to set separate from birthday cake to blow out candles. Candles not included.
SKU: PO-3_23$20.00 -
Nativity Pear
Size: 6 inches tall
The Nativity Pear is a hollow pear with features small nativity figures inside the pear. The pear is painted in shades of brown and green. The opening is surrounded by a blue frame. Mexican pottery is made in Puebla by Giovanni Morgan.
SKU: PO-2_012$24.50 -
Nativity Pear, green/blue, Mexican Pottery
Hollow pottery pear with nativity scene inside. Not signed.
Nativity pear measures 5 m1/2-inches tall.
SKU: PO-2_030$24.50 Read more -
Pink Nativity Pineapple
Size: 5.5 inches tall
The Pink Nativity Pineapple is made of polychrome pottery. It features small nativity figures inside the hollow pineapple with a pink frame around the opening. By Geovanni Morgan.
SKU: PO-2_031$24.50 -
Skeleton Man At Tomb
Size: 5.5 inches tall x 3.5 inches long
The Skeleton Man At Tomb features a skeleton charro and his skeleton dog kneeling at a woman’s tomb. Each one is unique and may be slightly different from images. Signed by the artist. Handcrafted at Taller Tomás Hernandez Baez.
SKU: PO-1_009$60.00 -
Small Black Floral Jar
Size: 7 inches tall x 3.5 inches in diameter
The Small Black Floral Jar has a floral design in gold, green, and blue. It has a lid. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed by the artist.
SKU: PO-4_17$43.50 -
Green Jar With Hummingbird Design
Size: 9 inches tall x 4 inches in diameter
The Green Jar With Hummingbird Design has a lead-free glaze which gives a gloss finish. It is a lidded jar. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed by the artist.
SKU: PO-4_18$48.50 -
Ceramic Bird Figurine
Size: 4.75 inches tall x 5.5 inches long
The Ceramic Bird Figurine features a bright blue bird with a tan floral design. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed by the artist.
SKU: PO-2_032$39.99 -
Yellow Bird Figurine
Size: 4.75 inches tall x 5.5 inches long
The Yellow Bird Figurine features a yellow bird with a blue floral design. It is by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed by the artist.
SKU: PO-2_034$39.99 -
Blue Bird Figurine
Size: 4.75 inches tall x 5.5 inches long
The Blue Bird Figurine has a classic blue and white design. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed by the artist.
SKU: PO-2_036$39.99 -
Blue Floral Cat Figurine
Size: 11 inches tall x 3 inches wide
The Blue Floral Cat Figurine is hand-painted with a floral design. The lead-free glaze gives a matte finish. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed.
SKU: PO-2_037$39.99 -
Floral Cat Figurine
Size: 11 inches tall x 3 inches wide
The Floral Cat Figurine is hand-painted with a floral design. The lead-free glaze gives a matte finish. Made by Mayólica Santa Rosa. Signed.
SKU: PO-2_038$39.99 -
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Mug With Fruit Design
Size: 3.75 inches tall x 4 inches in diameter
The Mug With Fruit Design is made in Guanajuato, Mexico by Mayólica Santa Rosa. The hand-painted image of fruit on the mug may differ slightly from photo shown. They all coordinate to make a set if desired.
SKU: PO-2_041$19.99 -
Miniature Nativity Candelabra
Size: 2.25 inches tall x .75 inches wide x 1.5 inches deep
The Miniature Nativity Candelabra holds one birthday candle. Handmade by Geovanni Mercado Morgan. Perfect to set separate from birthday cake to blow out candles. Candles not included.
SKU: PO-3_25$20.00 -
Yellow Birds Miniature Candelabra, Single Candle
Size: 2.5 inches tall x 2 inches wide
Yellow birds miniature candelabra hold one birthday candle. Handmade by Geovanni Mercado Morgan. Perfect to set separate from birthday cake to blow out candles. Candles not included.
SKU: PO-3_26$20.00 -
Adam and Eve Miniature Candelabra
Size: 3 inches tall x 3 inches wide
Adam and Eve Miniature Candelabra, Holds three candles. Handmade by Geovanni Mercado Morgan. Perfect to set separate from birthday cake to blow out candles. Candles not included.
SKU: PO-3_27$25.00 -
Small Orange Candelabra
Size: 7 inches tall x 6 inches wide
Our small orange candelabra is very sweet with a lovely orange and yellow painted design. It features 8 flowers and 3 birds in complimentary colors. This polychrome pottery candelabra is handcrafted by Alejandro Castillo. Holds three candles, not included.
SKU: PO-3_10$80.00 -
Small Blue Candelabra
Size: 6 inches tall x 6.5 inches wide
Our small blue candelabra is very sweet with a lovely multicolored painted design. It features 6 flowers, 4 flower buds and 3 birds in complimentary colors. This polychrome pottery candelabra is handcrafted by Montesinos. Holds three candles, not included.
SKU: PO-2_12$80.00 -
Mick Jagger Figurine
Size: 6.5 inches tall x 3.5 inches wide
The Mick Jagger Figurine is crafted by Di Virgilio. Based in Naples, Italy they are known for their terra cotta figures.
SKU: PO-5_026$150.00