Large Artisan Black Clay Vase - 19.6 in.
Technique: Barro negro (black clay), hand-shaped and polished in San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca.
Dimensions: 19.6 x 14.9 x 7.4 in.
This large black clay vase is made in San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, the birthplace of the barro negro tradition. It is shaped, polished, and fired entirely by hand using techniques passed down through generations. The surface features fine relief carving with geometric and floral patterns that add depth, texture, and an exceptional level of handcrafted detail.
The signature high-gloss finish of barro negro is achieved without synthetic glazes, using only clay, hand-polishing with a quartz stone, and a wood-fired kiln. Its proportions make it ideal as a centerpiece or sculptural accent in contemporary, minimalist, rustic, or classic interiors. Because each piece is made entirely by hand, slight variations in shape, tone, and detail are a natural part of the process and a mark of its authenticity.