Barro Rojo, or Red Clay Terracotta Small Oval Bowl Made in San Marcos Tlapazola, Oaxaca.

This small bowl showcase the rich heritage of San Marcos Tlapazola's Barro Rojo pottery with its warm terracotta color and textured surface that add a touch of rustic elegance to any setting. Perfect for serving dips, side dishes, or even as a decorative trinket holder, this bowl embodies the spirit of artisanal craftsmanship. Elevate your dining experience and infuse your space with the warmth and charm of this stunning piece, handcrafted with love and dedication.

• Sold individually
• Made of locally-sourced Barro Rojo, or Red Clay
• Made by women artisans in San Marcos Tlapazola, a Zapotec, indigenous community in Oaxaca
• Food-Safe: No dyes or glazed are used. The special gloss and texture are achieved by the burnishing and baking process
• Red Clay is known for its resistance to high temperatures, making this the perfect cookware for open-fire cooking
• Each piece has inimitable color variations, which may include black/gray from the fire in which they were baked, making them one-of-a-kind.
• Handmade and artisanal: Each piece is one of a kind as no molds or potter's wheels were used and all fabrication process were entirely artisanal
• MEASUREMENTS:
  5 ½” long x 4” wide, 2” tall 
• CARE: Let it cool before washing, we recommend handwashing this piece to ensure texture remains the same for years. 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.