"This design takes the shape of the gourds that flourish alongside our corn fields and are seen only in the central valleys of Oaxaca,"Anakarem muses. Working in the time-honored black pottery tradition of Oaxaca, with techniques learned from her father, she crafts a stunning decorative vase. The motifs are incised by hand and the fired clay is burnished to a sheen with a piece of quartz or obsidian.
- 3.26 kgs
- 7.2 lbs
- 43 cm H x 30 cm Diam.
- 17" H x 11.75" Diam.
Gift Info
- Email this item in advance of a gift.
- Email this item as a gift suggestion.
- Free Gift Wrap? No
- Premium Gift Wrap? No
Customer Reviews
Purchased this? Leave your review.
Veronica
Verified Reviewer
07/15/2023
"Exactly as pictured"
Beautiful Vase. Exactly as pictured!
Purchased Item:
Leaves in Darkness, Mexican Cutout Black Pottery Vase
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (1)No (1)
Crystal
Verified Reviewer
06/03/2023
"So cute"
This was a gift and my husband loved it. Very well made.
Purchased Item:
Glowing Owl, Artisan Crafted Black Pottery Tealight Candle Holder
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (1)No (0)
James
Verified Reviewer
02/02/2023
"Incredible"
This is beautiful! Immediately one of my favorites.
Purchased Item:
Lacy Black Skull, Openwork Barro Negro Ceramic Skull Figurine from Mexico
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (2)No (0)
P
Verified Reviewer
12/24/2022
"Lustrous black beauty!"
This is a very striking and beautifully sculpted piece.
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (1)No (0)
Leah
Verified Reviewer
12/09/2022
"Bigger than I imagined"
Beautifully crafted and gives off a nice heat with a candle inside. The patterns of light it casts in the mantel are beautiful. Im so happy with this purchase.
Purchased Item:
Floral Harmony, Oaxaca Black Pottery T-light Candleholders (pair)
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (1)No (0)
Carole
Verified Reviewer
11/19/2022
"Beautiful gift"
Another wonderful Novica gift for our cherished friends! They loved it!
Purchased Item:
Black Peacock, Incised Black Pottery Vase from Mexico
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (1)No (1)
Find Similar Items
Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
"I usually create new designs, which is what I enjoy most — giving form to the images in my imagination. When a new design comes to life, I'm happy."
"Black pottery was my father's art, which is how I got my start. But it has always attracted me — working in ceramics relaxes me and it's like a... read more