Red Clay Terracotta Mug
Barro Rojo, or Red Clay Terracotta Artisanal Mug Made in San Marcos Tlapazola, Oaxaca.
Unveil the wonders of San Marcos Tlapazola, a Zapotec town in the landscapes of Oaxaca, and make these mugs part of your morning or evening routine. This town has gained fame for its extraordinary Barro Rojo, or red clay pottery, guided by the hands of talented all-women potters. These remarkable mugs come to life with unique, earthy tones that accompany the artisanal process of their creation. Each piece is meticulously crafted from the region's locally-sourced red clay, renowned for its distinctive qualities. As you embrace these exceptional treasures, celebrate their unique beauty and the remarkable traditions that brought them to life.
- Sold individually
- Made of locally sourced Barro Rojo, or Red Clay in San Marcos Tlapazola, a Zapotec, indigenous community in Oaxaca
- Food-Safe: No dyes or glazes are used, making it lead-free.
- Artisanal: The special color variations, gloss, and texture are achieved by the burnishing and baking process of the mugs, all handmade without the use of molds.
- Red Clay is known for its resistance to high temperatures, making this the perfect cookware for open-fire cooking
- Each mug has inimitable color variations, which may include black/gray fire stains, making them one-of-a-kind
- MEASUREMENTS:
8 fl. oz.: 3” in diameter x 3.5” tall
10 fl. oz.: 4” in diameter x 4.5” tall
- CARE: We recommend handwashing this piece to ensure the same texture for years. Let fully cool before washing. Some pieces of red clay may filter water (because no glaze or sealant was used). Emerenciana, recommends cooking the piece with atole or a thick beverage and letting the piece cool before washing. Doing this several times will “cure” the piece as time and use is the best way to seal barro rojo pieces.
At Lolo - Mercadito we are committed to acknowledging the nature of each product. With each purchase, you get a unique and authentic piece handmade with love by artisans from Mexico. These are artisanal products. For this reason, there might be some flaws and variations in color, measurements, shapes, and design.
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Barro Rojo, or Red Clay Terracotta Artisanal Mug Made in San Marcos Tlapazola, Oaxaca.
Unveil the wonders of San Marcos Tlapazola, a Zapotec town in the landscapes of Oaxaca, and make these mugs part of your morning or evening routine. This town has gained fame for its extraordinary Barro Rojo, or red clay pottery, guided by the hands of talented all-women potters. These remarkable mugs come to life with unique, earthy tones that accompany the artisanal process of their creation. Each piece is meticulously crafted from the region's locally-sourced red clay, renowned for its distinctive qualities. As you embrace these exceptional treasures, celebrate their unique beauty and the remarkable traditions that brought them to life.
- Sold individually
- Made of locally sourced Barro Rojo, or Red Clay in San Marcos Tlapazola, a Zapotec, indigenous community in Oaxaca
- Food-Safe: No dyes or glazes are used, making it lead-free.
- Artisanal: The special color variations, gloss, and texture are achieved by the burnishing and baking process of the mugs, all handmade without the use of molds.
- Red Clay is known for its resistance to high temperatures, making this the perfect cookware for open-fire cooking
- Each mug has inimitable color variations, which may include black/gray fire stains, making them one-of-a-kind
- MEASUREMENTS:
8 fl. oz.: 3” in diameter x 3.5” tall
10 fl. oz.: 4” in diameter x 4.5” tall
- CARE: We recommend handwashing this piece to ensure the same texture for years. Let fully cool before washing. Some pieces of red clay may filter water (because no glaze or sealant was used). Emerenciana, recommends cooking the piece with atole or a thick beverage and letting the piece cool before washing. Doing this several times will “cure” the piece as time and use is the best way to seal barro rojo pieces.
At Lolo - Mercadito we are committed to acknowledging the nature of each product. With each purchase, you get a unique and authentic piece handmade with love by artisans from Mexico. These are artisanal products. For this reason, there might be some flaws and variations in color, measurements, shapes, and design.
