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

Immerse yourself in the captivating pottery of San Marcos Tlapazola, a Zapotec town in Oaxaca renowned for its unparalleled Barro Rojo, also known as red clay pottery. This small bowl’s natural terracotta hue is a versatile addition to any space as well as a functional food-safe addition to your kitchen. Whether used for serving dips, side dishes, or as a delightful decorative piece, this bowl exemplifies the timeless artistry of traditional Mexican pottery. Revel in its unique texture and color variations, celebrating the ingenuity and skill of the all-women potters who bring these remarkable pieces 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 glazed are used, making it lead-free.
• Artisanal: The special color variations, gloss, and texture is achieved by the burnishing and baking process of the pieces, 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 bowl has inimitable color variations, which may include black/gray fire stains, making them one-of-a-kind
• MEASUREMENTS:
  4” in diameter x 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 are getting a unique and authentic piece that was 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.