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Anakarem
Anakarem

Mexico Handmade Oaxaca black pottery

About this Item

This triangular barro negro pencil holder is handcrafted by artisan Anakarem of Oaxaca, who works as a team with his father. Barro negro, literally translated as "black mud," is a type of pottery from clay only found in Oaxaca, Mexico, and crafted using traditional methods. The black color comes from the clay itself, enhanced during the firing process. This pencil holder has two quarter flowers on a diagonal on each side made through a combination of embossing and decorative cutouts.

Dimensions

  • 0.22 kgs
  • 0.5 lbs
  • 10 cm H x 8 cm W x 7 cm D
  • 3.9" H x 3.1" W x 2.8" D

Key Features

  • Ceramic
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Mexico
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Mexicoicon info
  • Product ID: 322759
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Hannah

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Oct 13, 2020

For My Mexican Friend”

I bought this for my best friend (her family is from Mexico) for her birthday. I didnt actually see it because it came to me giftwrapped, but it was WELL protected in its box. It was wrapped for dear life. So, if youre concerned about the fragility of it... Im not sure how it could possibly break with how well they packaged it in paper.

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Elizabeth

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Nov 14, 2025

A beautiful piece”

I use this to hold one of my air plants on the windowsill. I just LOVE it!

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Moze

From Topeka, Kansas

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Sep 16, 2022

Perfect Desk Accessory I”

I bought this for my computer desk because it was very unique. However after a short period of time, with only pencils and favorite pens to place in it; it broke I to pieces ?? unexpectedly.

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Paul

From Philadelphia PA USA

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Aug 09, 2025

Beautiful, but terrible as a napkin holder.”

Well made and lovely, but the rounded bottom causes it to roll around rather than lie flat. Also, the slot is too narrow to hold more than a few napkins. If you want a pretty item, buy it, but if you want a napkin holder, I cant recommend.

Purchased Item Fan Flower, Oaxaca Barro Negro Ceramic Napkin Holder

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Terry

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Jul 01, 2024

Charming tealight holder”

Love this charming owl tealight holder. Beautifully made and sheds a soft romantic light.

Purchased Item Glowing Owl, Artisan Crafted Black Pottery Tealight Candle Holder

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Veronica

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Jul 15, 2023

Exactly as pictured”

Beautiful Vase. Exactly as pictured!

Purchased Item Leaves in Darkness, Mexican Cutout Black Pottery Vase

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