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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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 -
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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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_16Original price was: $63.00.$53.00Current price is: $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 decorative multi-colored frame. Mexican pottery is made in Puebla by Giovanni Morgan.
SKU: PO-2_012$29.50 -
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$29.50 -
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_041Original price was: $24.99.$19.99Current price is: $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 -
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 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 -
Elvis Presley Figurine
Size: 7.5 inches tall by 3.5 inches wide
The Elvis Presley Figurine is crafted by Di Virgilio. Based in Naples, Italy they are known for their terra cotta figures. This figurine depicts Elvis Presley holding a microphone. He is wearing a white costume. The costume is finely decorated with gold detailing and a colorful floral design.
SKU: PO-5_027$175.00 -
Kobe Bryant Figurine
Size: 7 inches tall x 2.5 inches wide
The Kobe Bryant Figurine is crafted by Di Virgilio. Based in Naples, Italy they are known for their terra cotta figures. This figurine depicts Kobe holding a basketball. He is wearing a yellow uniform, trimmed in purple.
SKU: PO-5_028$150.00 -
Adam and Eve Candelabra
Size: 12.5 inches tall x 10.5 inches wide
The Adam and Eve Candelabra is handcrafted by Alejandro Castillo. Made of Polychrome pottery and fired in a high temperature gas oven. The painted design is on the front side, the artist’s initials are on back side. It is intricately painted in bold colors. It features six large flowers, six flower buds, birds, butterflies, and of course a snake. It 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_22$150.00 -
Catrina Leaf Dish, Orange and Green
Size: 12 inches long x 7.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall
The Catrina Leaf Dish in orange and green is made in Guanajuato by Mayólica Santa Rosa. It features Catrina in her wide brimmed hat in blue and green. She is on an orange background. The leaf is a light green color. It is signed.
SKU: PO-4_06$89.00 -
Catrina Leaf Dish, Blue and Green
Size: 12 inches long x 7.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall
The Catrina Leaf Dish in blue and green is made in Guanajuato by Mayólica Santa Rosa. It features Catrina in her wide brimmed hat in rust and blue. She is on an green background. The leaf is dark blue. It is signed.
SKU: PO-4_19$89.00 -
Catrina Leaf Dish, Brown and Orange
Size: 12 inches long x 7.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall
The Catrina Leaf Dish in brown and orange is made in Guanajuato by Mayólica Santa Rosa. It features Catrina in her wide brimmed hat in blue and green. She is on a brown background. The leaf is orange. It is signed.
SKU: PO-4_20$89.00 -
Catrina Leaf Dish, Orange and Dark Green
Size: 12 inches long x 7.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall
The Catrina Leaf Dish in orange and dark green is made in Guanajuato by Mayólica Santa Rosa. It features Catrina in her wide brimmed hat in blue and black. She is on an orange background. The leaf is a dark green color. It is signed.
SKU: PO-4_21$89.00 -
Catrina Leaf Dish, Black
Size: 12 inches long x 7.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall
The Catrina Leaf Dish in black and orange is made in Guanajuato by Mayólica Santa Rosa. It features Catrina in her wide brimmed hat in rust and green. She is on an orange background. The leaf is dark black. It is signed.
SKU: PO-4_22$89.00 -
Catrina Leaf Dish, Brown and Green
Size: 12 inches long x 7.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall
The Catrina Leaf Dish in brown and green is made in Guanajuato by Mayólica Santa Rosa. It features Catrina in her wide brimmed hat in red and blue. She is on an green background. The leaf is brown. It is signed.
SKU: PO-4_23$89.00