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Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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Three Dogs and one Rooster Tower, Betus Clay

Description This Mexican popular art piece that seemingly came out of a child’s story, motivates...

$139.00

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Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 15-25 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e11.81\" high x 12.99\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 21px; margin: 0px;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e8.82 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Betus Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cstrong\u003e“Fantasy Ceramic”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the most popular pottery coming from Santa Clara de las Huertas, Tonala. It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. As of today, the usage of acrylic paints and synthetic lacquer have given brighter and more colorful figures, as well as making a faster production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Gerardo-ortega_7e22116d-b936-410d-b227-0d9228ecd04a_large.jpg?v=1524681733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of tradition do converge in \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega’s “Ortega’s Folk”\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop, who, along with his artisan brothers, has been crafting surreal and fantastical pieces for over 40 years, with one of Santa Cruz de las Huertas’, Tonala, Jalisco, most representative techniques: \u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis grandparents used to work in the fields, for both reap and sow, and on their free time, they dedicated to their art’s development. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e’s grandmother designed pieces such as roosters, other animals, chandeliers, fruits and other surreal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e is very known for his \u003cstrong\u003eTrees of Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. He currently resides in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D72XBF5PRyk\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Dog Heads Cooler, Betus Clay

Description Get your beer or drinks cold in this charming Betus Clay cooler, with amusing dog heads...

$129.00

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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 15-25 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.91\" high \u003c\/span\u003ex 3.94\" width x 3.94\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 21px; margin: 0px;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e1.14 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Betus Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cstrong\u003e“Fantasy Ceramic”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the most popular pottery coming from Santa Clara de las Huertas, Tonala. It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. As of today, the usage of acrylic paints and synthetic lacquer have given brighter and more colorful figures, as well as making a faster production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Gerardo-ortega_7e22116d-b936-410d-b227-0d9228ecd04a_large.jpg?v=1524681733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of tradition do converge in \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega’s “Ortega’s Folk”\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop, who, along with his artisan brothers, has been crafting surreal and fantastical pieces for over 40 years, with one of Santa Cruz de las Huertas’, Tonala, Jalisco, most representative techniques: \u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis grandparents used to work in the fields, for both reap and sow, and on their free time, they dedicated to their art’s development. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e’s grandmother designed pieces such as roosters, other animals, chandeliers, fruits and other surreal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e is very known for his \u003cstrong\u003eTrees of Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. He currently resides in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eVideo of The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D72XBF5PRyk\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Cat playing the Flute, Betus Clay

Description As part of a Mexican music group, this charming cat belongs to the extensive...

$59.00

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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 30-40 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31.50\" high x 13.78\" width x 23.62\u003c\/span\u003e\" long \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e33.07 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Betus Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cstrong\u003e“Fantasy Ceramic”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the most popular pottery coming from Santa Clara de las Huertas, Tonala. It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. 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Extra Large Rooster, Betus Clay

Description Rooster(s) have always belonged to a special part of our cultures, be it as...

$479.00

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After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. 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Flower Covered Siren, Betus Clay

Description A couple hundred years ago, there was this popular idea that mermaids could make...

$139.00

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After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. As of today, the usage of acrylic paints and synthetic lacquer have given brighter and more colorful figures, as well as making a faster production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Gerardo-ortega_7e22116d-b936-410d-b227-0d9228ecd04a_large.jpg?v=1524681733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of tradition do converge in \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega’s “Ortega’s Folk”\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop, who, along with his artisan brothers, has been crafting surreal and fantastical pieces for over 40 years, with one of Santa Cruz de las Huertas’, Tonala, Jalisco, most representative techniques: \u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis grandparents used to work in the fields, for both reap and sow, and on their free time, they dedicated to their art’s development. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e’s grandmother designed pieces such as roosters, other animals, chandeliers, fruits and other surreal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e is very known for his \u003cstrong\u003eTrees of Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. 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Dog Lovers sitting on a bench, Betus Clay

Description Sitting on a wooden bench, this loving dog couple enjoy a beautiful day, this...

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Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. 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It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. He currently resides in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D72XBF5PRyk\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Violin-playing Dog, Betus Clay

Description As part of a Mexican music group, this charming dog belongs to the extensive...

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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23.23\" high x 17.72\" wide x \u003c\/span\u003e7.09\" long \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 21px; margin: 0px;\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 21px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 15px 0px;\"\u003e9.26 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Betus Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cstrong\u003e“Fantasy Ceramic”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the most popular pottery coming from Santa Clara de las Huertas, Tonala. It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. As of today, the usage of acrylic paints and synthetic lacquer have given brighter and more colorful figures, as well as making a faster production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Gerardo-ortega_7e22116d-b936-410d-b227-0d9228ecd04a_large.jpg?v=1524681733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of tradition do converge in \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega’s “Ortega’s Folk”\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop, who, along with his artisan brothers, has been crafting surreal and fantastical pieces for over 40 years, with one of Santa Cruz de las Huertas’, Tonala, Jalisco, most representative techniques: \u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis grandparents used to work in the fields, for both reap and sow, and on their free time, they dedicated to their art’s development. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e’s grandmother designed pieces such as roosters, other animals, chandeliers, fruits and other surreal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e is very known for his \u003cstrong\u003eTrees of Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. He currently resides in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D72XBF5PRyk\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Mexican Toy Tree of Life, Betus Clay

Description A symbol of fertility and abundance, this tree of Life is impregnated with color...

$349.00

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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. 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Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. As of today, the usage of acrylic paints and synthetic lacquer have given brighter and more colorful figures, as well as making a faster production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Gerardo-ortega_7e22116d-b936-410d-b227-0d9228ecd04a_large.jpg?v=1524681733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of tradition do converge in \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega’s “Ortega’s Folk”\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop, who, along with his artisan brothers, has been crafting surreal and fantastical pieces for over 40 years, with one of Santa Cruz de las Huertas’, Tonala, Jalisco, most representative techniques: \u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis grandparents used to work in the fields, for both reap and sow, and on their free time, they dedicated to their art’s development. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e’s grandmother designed pieces such as roosters, other animals, chandeliers, fruits and other surreal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e is very known for his \u003cstrong\u003eTrees of Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming dog is reading his newspaper sitting on quite a large chair, this piece of Mexican popular art, is hand-painted with acrylic colors by the hands of Artisan \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, who transmits happiness in each of his pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #000000; cursor: text; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.5px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: \u0026amp;quot; helvetica neue\u0026amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; 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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. 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It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. As of today, the usage of acrylic paints and synthetic lacquer have given brighter and more colorful figures, as well as making a faster production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Gerardo-ortega_7e22116d-b936-410d-b227-0d9228ecd04a_large.jpg?v=1524681733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of tradition do converge in \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega’s “Ortega’s Folk”\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop, who, along with his artisan brothers, has been crafting surreal and fantastical pieces for over 40 years, with one of Santa Cruz de las Huertas’, Tonala, Jalisco, most representative techniques: \u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis grandparents used to work in the fields, for both reap and sow, and on their free time, they dedicated to their art’s development. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e’s grandmother designed pieces such as roosters, other animals, chandeliers, fruits and other surreal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e is very known for his \u003cstrong\u003eTrees of Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. He currently resides in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D72XBF5PRyk\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Newspaper-reading Dog, Betus Clay

Description This charming dog is reading his newspaper sitting on quite a large chair, this...

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Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-25 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.78\" high x 7.09\" width x \u003c\/span\u003e12.20\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.14 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Betus Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cstrong\u003e“Fantasy Ceramic”\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the most popular pottery coming from Santa Clara de las Huertas, Tonala. It dates from the Colonial Era, and it stands out because of its cheerful and joy-filled figurines, with several different motives such as Lions, Dogs, Roosters, Trees of Life, and Noah’s arks, among others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name because; before firing and painting the piece, it is given a Betus oil bath (which is made from the resin that comes from Birch Trees). This type of pottery’s most characteristic features are the striking, fun and brilliant colors applied to Fantastic Animals, playful Bible Characters, and ingenuous architectural reproductions which are molded directly in the clay, with some other details produced in clay or plaster casts. Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. As of today, the usage of acrylic paints and synthetic lacquer have given brighter and more colorful figures, as well as making a faster production process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Gerardo-ortega_7e22116d-b936-410d-b227-0d9228ecd04a_large.jpg?v=1524681733\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour generations of tradition do converge in \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega’s “Ortega’s Folk”\u003c\/strong\u003e Workshop, who, along with his artisan brothers, has been crafting surreal and fantastical pieces for over 40 years, with one of Santa Cruz de las Huertas’, Tonala, Jalisco, most representative techniques: \u003cstrong\u003eBetus Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eHis grandparents used to work in the fields, for both reap and sow, and on their free time, they dedicated to their art’s development. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e’s grandmother designed pieces such as roosters, other animals, chandeliers, fruits and other surreal figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e is very known for his \u003cstrong\u003eTrees of Life\u003c\/strong\u003e. His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. He currently resides in the state of Jalisco, Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D72XBF5PRyk\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Standard Fruit-covered Rooster, Betus Clay

Description From the imagination of Artisan Gerardo Ortega, this charming rooster has its body covered...

$159.00

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Nowadays, some artisans mix traditional and modern processes to produce these crafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process starts with the collection of clay in Tonala’s Mines, big chunks of soil are pulverized and then mixed with a stronger type of clay called “Liga” (a binding clay), the clays are kneaded and molded into unique forms. The oven is prepared, and pieces, sculpted days before, are fired. It is before firing, that the clay has a dark tone to it. The pieces must be dried outdoors before being fired, otherwise they may explode while in the oven. Each figure is then rubbed with Betus (Birch Tree) Oil, right before being fired, giving a lacquered aspect to the finished pieces. The firing process is carried on with a low temperature compared to other types of ceramics. Ovens are simple brick holes covered in antique tiles. After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. 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Happiness Tree of Life, Betus Clay

Description A symbol of fertility and abundance, this tree of Life has color and joy...

$249.00

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After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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His teachers were his father, Eleuterio Hernandez Ortega, and her Grandmother, Natividad Hernandez. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerardo Ortega\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his brothers, Oscar and Junior, has been creating these whimsical clay figures for over 20 years. They follow his grandmother´s steps using the traditional “\u003cstrong\u003eBarro Betus\u003c\/strong\u003e” technique. They are constantly looking for ways to innovate and developing new products, while remaining loyal to the arts, and expanding imagination while contributing socially to the community they live in. \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e has provided apprenticeship opportunities to young people who want to learn from his craft. Many have tried copying his style, but \u003cstrong\u003eGerardo\u003c\/strong\u003e remains as the original creator of these treasured pieces. His work can be found in museums all round the region. 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Dog Sitting on a Chair with his Guitar, Betus Clay

Description Playing his guitar, this lovely dog sits on a traditional Mexican chair, and is...

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Standard Flower-covered Rooster, Betus Clay

Description From the imagination of artisan Gerardo Ortega, this charming rooster has its body all...

$139.00

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After the pieces are fired, they are colored with industrial anilines, the final coating of Betus oil is applied directly with the hands, rubbed in without using any brushes. 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Flower-Covered Winged Pig, Betus Clay

Description This fun sculpture of a winged pig was born in the imagination of Artisan...

$149.00

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Three Dogs and one Rooster Tower, Betus Clay

Description This Mexican popular art piece that seemingly came out of a child’s story, motivates...

$139.00

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Architect, Recycled Metal

Description From Artisan Fernando Leon, comes to life this incredible Architect sculpture, elaborated with recycled...

$69.00

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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 25-35 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14.96\" height x 8.66\" width x 12.59\" length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.28 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Chiapas Pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the months of March, April and May, before rain comes to their region, Amatenango's men and women walk down the hills to collect their precious clays, each Artisan extracts between 250 to 350 sacks of clay, which then are poured into plastic bags to preserve its humidity and keep it fresh. The clay is strained using a mesh for eliminating impurities. The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Margarita-Diaz-Gomez_large.jpg?v=1566336656\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita Diaz Gomez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing 43 years old, she is one of the most representative Chiapas-born Artisans, creating Jaguars that easily surpass the three-feet length among other beautiful and representative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe lives in a humble home filled with a warm and welcoming vibe to it, her doors are always open, and everyone is always well received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e started working when she was just 12 years old, crafting smaller pieces and following her parents’ tradition and teachings. 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Her works are complex, and get their start with the extraction of the clays from the clay pits, having them completely cleaned of impurities and preparing the clay with the right malleable proportion for the sculpting process followed by the decoration of the pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita’s\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred working spot is her front porch, she spends long hours meticulously painting her pieces there, with all care and dedication to her art. It is right there, at her porch, where she usually sets her pieces in display for sale, hoping some traveler wanders around and acquires a piece of her works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e decorates one of her bigger jaguars (usually up to 39.3”x 23.6”), she can spend up to 8 days finely painting each of the spots and beautiful details on the piece, smaller jaguars could take around 2 days to paint, and other smaller pieces could take her half a day to paint, she is a full-time artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BEtlfAst3c8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Pigeon Flower Pot Medium, Chiapas Pottery

Description Gazing with both elegance and a cautious look, this curious Pigeon by Artisan Margarita Diaz Gomez not...

$79.00

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The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Margarita-Diaz-Gomez_large.jpg?v=1566336656\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita Diaz Gomez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing 43 years old, she is one of the most representative Chiapas-born Artisans, creating Jaguars that easily surpass the three-feet length among other beautiful and representative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe lives in a humble home filled with a warm and welcoming vibe to it, her doors are always open, and everyone is always well received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e started working when she was just 12 years old, crafting smaller pieces and following her parents’ tradition and teachings. It was then, when she turned 14 years old, that she started working and crafting bigger pieces, such as pigeon-shaped flower pots, and through perseverance and dedication, she crafted her first Jaguar Sculpture by age 31.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach jaguar \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e makes is completely hand-sculpted, no molds are used, her first references for molding the figure were mostly from pictures in magazines, and some videos from the animal, trying to replicate the figure of a living jaguar, and achieving it with incredible precision. Her works are complex, and get their start with the extraction of the clays from the clay pits, having them completely cleaned of impurities and preparing the clay with the right malleable proportion for the sculpting process followed by the decoration of the pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita’s\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred working spot is her front porch, she spends long hours meticulously painting her pieces there, with all care and dedication to her art. It is right there, at her porch, where she usually sets her pieces in display for sale, hoping some traveler wanders around and acquires a piece of her works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e decorates one of her bigger jaguars (usually up to 39.3”x 23.6”), she can spend up to 8 days finely painting each of the spots and beautiful details on the piece, smaller jaguars could take around 2 days to paint, and other smaller pieces could take her half a day to paint, she is a full-time artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BEtlfAst3c8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Small Jaguar Mother, Chiapas Pottery

Description This Jaguar Mother is depicted protecting her 3 cubs. This clay piece is completely...

$209.00

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Standing White Jaguar, Chiapas Pottery

Description With a calm that goes through each of its angles, pattern and expression, this...

$79.00

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Small Standing Jaguar, Chiapas Pottery

Description Young, stoic and thoughtful, this Jaguar statue embodies the image of a spirited and...

$69.00

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Large Red Tole with Golden Flowers, Laca

Description With its deep burgundy base, bright yellow flower pattern and captivating golden stem, this...

$369.00

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Large Red Tole with a Drawer, Laca

Description Simply beautiful, every angle, every line, every cut and every detail, you can easily...

$369.00

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Bitter dried pumpkins are opened with a saw, giving it the shape intended for the piece, seeds are removed from the inside, and the body of the pumpkin is left soaking for 3 days, all before letting it dry for around 3 to 4 days. Once dried, the pumpkin’s body is then sanded both inside and out, using both the Axe and Tizate, the base for the piece is applied into 2 layers, usually called “capas”, the process can require the piece to have a total of 7 “capas” applied to it. The last layer is applied with cotton and rubbed until it becomes very bright and shiny. When the artisans are crafting a colorful piece, they will start applying pigment which is added to the soil and being applied to the piece, alternating both soil and oil, until the shine resembles that of the iconic black pieces they also craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decoration of the pieces is applied once they are dry, using their fingertips and small cats-hair brushes. The artisans impregnate their fingertips with the color pastes, and start forming the background colors for the flowers and their petals, after that, a cats-hair brush is used to make the detail and fine lines that embellish these pieces with extra shapes, flowers and borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the most representative pieces made by these artisans, are pieces such as “Jicpestles”, Sewing Cases, Jewelry Cases, Folding Screens, Fruit Trays, and several other decorative items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Graciela-Diaz-Perez_large.jpg?v=1566431463\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraciela Diaz Perez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoining their efforts, \u003cstrong\u003eGraciela Diaz Perez\u003c\/strong\u003e and her Husband Florencio, have been producing some of the most renown lacquer pieces. Gabriela started learning when she was very young. 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Gray Tole with Brown Cover, Laca

Description Simplicity always finds a way to stand higher through sheer focus on the purest...

$69.00

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The soil used in the application of their traditional lacquer, is called “Tizate” (A natural carbonate compound derived from Magnesium and Calcium).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen “Axe”, an oil naturally obtained from “cochinillas”, small insects that live mostly in Prairie Acacia trees. During the month of July, they are harvested from these trees, and the oil preparation begins by boiling cochinillas with water, then, the hot liquid is sifted with fine cloths, and then, this sifted liquid is boiled again, right until it evaporates all remaining water, leaving only a butter-like oil with a bright yellow color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTizate is then ground into the Axe, and the artisans thoroughly mix them until they obtain a paste called “Zulaque”, which is used to fill and cover imperfections on the dried pumpkins (also known as Jícaras), as well as other wooden pieces. Bitter dried pumpkins are opened with a saw, giving it the shape intended for the piece, seeds are removed from the inside, and the body of the pumpkin is left soaking for 3 days, all before letting it dry for around 3 to 4 days. Once dried, the pumpkin’s body is then sanded both inside and out, using both the Axe and Tizate, the base for the piece is applied into 2 layers, usually called “capas”, the process can require the piece to have a total of 7 “capas” applied to it. The last layer is applied with cotton and rubbed until it becomes very bright and shiny. When the artisans are crafting a colorful piece, they will start applying pigment which is added to the soil and being applied to the piece, alternating both soil and oil, until the shine resembles that of the iconic black pieces they also craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe decoration of the pieces is applied once they are dry, using their fingertips and small cats-hair brushes. 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Green Flower-Patterned Tole, Laca

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$69.00

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The artisans impregnate their fingertips with the color pastes, and start forming the background colors for the flowers and their petals, after that, a cats-hair brush is used to make the detail and fine lines that embellish these pieces with extra shapes, flowers and borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the most representative pieces made by these artisans, are pieces such as “Jicpestles”, Sewing Cases, Jewelry Cases, Folding Screens, Fruit Trays, and several other decorative items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Graciela-Diaz-Perez_large.jpg?v=1566431463\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraciela Diaz Perez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoining their efforts, \u003cstrong\u003eGraciela Diaz Perez\u003c\/strong\u003e and her Husband Florencio, have been producing some of the most renown lacquer pieces. Gabriela started learning when she was very young. Her mother and her aunt introduced her to the technique, and her pieces have received praise in several forums and competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraciela’s house has an inspiring location, right on top of a hill with a full view to the rest of the city, the perfect place to work and produce some of the finest pieces, starting from the traditional pigments themselves, all surrounded by amazing and eye-catching creations, ongoing projects and colorful ornaments that are being worked on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer skill shines the brightest when she goes deep into her work, gracefully applying the pigments with her fingers and minutely tracing the lines around her pieces with a cats-hair brush, one can easily recognize why Graciela’s work has been so widely praised, awarded and recognized, almost on a yearly basis since 2001!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Deep Green with Orange Cover, Laca

Description Freshness is undeniable, it is hard to not only enjoy appreciating the patterns on...

$79.00

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Gabriela started learning when she was very young. 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Lemon Green Tole with Red Cover, Laca

Description This beautiful art piece is just ripe enough for perfect appreciation! It’s just the...

$79.00

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The clay is strained using a mesh for eliminating impurities. The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Nueva-Estrella_large.jpg?v=1566336970\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNueva Estrella\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In 1999, a group of 52 indigenous Tzotzil women founded the Social Solidarity Society “Artisan Womens from Valle Amatenango of \u003cstrong\u003eNueva Estrella\u003c\/strong\u003e”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2000, its members produce, create and sell their handicrafts in that store that also has an exhibition center. Mrs. Albertina Ramirez is the representative. 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The clay is strained using a mesh for eliminating impurities. The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. 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Three Sunflower Hearts Set, Chiapas Pottery

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Small Jaguar Sticking out its Tongue, Chiapas Pottery

Description We know that dogs usually take the credit for funny and cheerful greetings when...

$69.00

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Large Jaguar Mother with Cub on Her Tail, Chiapas Pottery

Description Somehow, her patience and love for her little cub is so big, that it...

$599.00

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The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Nueva-Estrella_large.jpg?v=1566336970\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNueva Estrella\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In 1999, a group of 52 indigenous Tzotzil women founded the Social Solidarity Society “Artisan Womens from Valle Amatenango of \u003cstrong\u003eNueva Estrella\u003c\/strong\u003e”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2000, its members produce, create and sell their handicrafts in that store that also has an exhibition center. Mrs. Albertina Ramirez is the representative. 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Teen Jaguar Laying Down, Chiapas Pottery

Description Just as if it had been playing with all of its jaguar friends on...

$69.00

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Jaguar Mother with Cub on Her Head, Chiapas Pottery

Description Who would we be if we didn’t have a strong, yet calm guide to...

$69.00

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Jaguar Mother with Three Cubs, Chiapas Pottery

Description Lots of us have a good memory of our mothers, fighting against every challenge...

$449.00

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Pouring every bit of their craft into beautiful and amazing pieces, \u003cstrong\u003e“Nueva Estrella” Artisans\u003c\/strong\u003e bring hand-made and hand-painted pieces that will fill you, and your spaces with life and inspiration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade from local clays and painted with water based acrylic paint.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDetails:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in decoration and shape. 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The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Nueva-Estrella_large.jpg?v=1566336970\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLa Nueva Estrella\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999, a group of 52 indigenous Tzotzil women founded the Social Solidarity Society “Artisan Womens from Valle Amatenango of \u003cstrong\u003eNueva Estrella\u003c\/strong\u003e”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2000, its members produce, create and sell their handicrafts in that store that also has an exhibition center. Mrs. Albertina Ramirez is the representative. 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Jaguar Laying Down, Chiapas Pottery

Description We rarely envision jaguars smiling; however, this beautiful and amazing piece shows us there...

$449.00

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Turquoise/White Flowers Vase, Burnished Clay

Description With so much amazing beauty and tradition in the surroundings for the Purepechas an...

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Exceeding clay is cut delicately by using threads, and afterwards, using a damp cloth, they start to softly burnish the surface of the pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amazing reddish tones on the pieces comes from a unique coloring process using a watery solution of “Charanda”, a local soil-based pigmentation process that enhances and livens up the colors of the piece, all while sealing the smallest pores on the outside of it. Then, using a pyrite stone, the outer surface is thoroughly burnished, all while scrubbing little by little with a damp cloth and repeating the process, then the natural pigment painting and pattern work is done just prior of firing the piece in a traditional oven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe end result, is a unique piece that will captivate and nourish your imagination and inspire you every time. 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Oval-Shaped Green/Black Vase, Burnished Clay

Description A garden of wonders and the charming creatures that live in it, this beautiful...

$89.00

Ball-Shaped White/Brown Vase,<br>Burnished Clay

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Elena has been Awarded in three occasions, with both State and National Arts Awards, and the inspiration put in all of her pieces definitely shows why!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Purepecha Burnished Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003ecentury, right after the conquest of Mexico by the Spaniards, a Catholic Bishop named Vasco de Quiroga decided it was very important to nourish and help the communities that were broken by the hardships of that time, and decided to learn and see what each community’s skills and cultures favored, so that he could help them learn a craft that would sustain and improve their economies and their lives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was then that the Purepecha people of Huancito, Michoacán, were assigned with producing beautiful and practical pottery, made from local clays and beautifully colored and decorated with mineral pigments which the Purepechas were very familiar with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical and essential for their water storage needs inside their homes, the pot and vase towers produced by the community started becoming more and more skillfully crafted and designed, until they became amazing works of art that could inspiringly stand on their own!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt all starts with clays that are bought in the town of Tarecuato, and after following the basic process that leads to a malleable clay mass, Artisans put into use their ancestral molding, shaping and modelling skills that give life to the most beautiful shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking on top of a large wooden slab, which serves as a platform for the careful shaping and modelling process, and for some special pieces, they use carefully designed molds that ensure the right shape and junction points happen every time for later joining both halves of their pieces. 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Ball-Shaped White/Brown Vase,
Burnished Clay

Description As if they were swiftly flying around a field, the hummingbirds on this finely...

$99.00

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Elena has been Awarded in three occasions, with both State and National Arts Awards, and the inspiration put in all of her pieces definitely shows why!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Purepecha Burnished Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003ecentury, right after the conquest of Mexico by the Spaniards, a Catholic Bishop named Vasco de Quiroga decided it was very important to nourish and help the communities that were broken by the hardships of that time, and decided to learn and see what each community’s skills and cultures favored, so that he could help them learn a craft that would sustain and improve their economies and their lives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was then that the Purepecha people of Huancito, Michoacán, were assigned with producing beautiful and practical pottery, made from local clays and beautifully colored and decorated with mineral pigments which the Purepechas were very familiar with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical and essential for their water storage needs inside their homes, the pot and vase towers produced by the community started becoming more and more skillfully crafted and designed, until they became amazing works of art that could inspiringly stand on their own!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt all starts with clays that are bought in the town of Tarecuato, and after following the basic process that leads to a malleable clay mass, Artisans put into use their ancestral molding, shaping and modelling skills that give life to the most beautiful shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking on top of a large wooden slab, which serves as a platform for the careful shaping and modelling process, and for some special pieces, they use carefully designed molds that ensure the right shape and junction points happen every time for later joining both halves of their pieces. Exceeding clay is cut delicately by using threads, and afterwards, using a damp cloth, they start to softly burnish the surface of the pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amazing reddish tones on the pieces comes from a unique coloring process using a watery solution of “Charanda”, a local soil-based pigmentation process that enhances and livens up the colors of the piece, all while sealing the smallest pores on the outside of it. Then, using a pyrite stone, the outer surface is thoroughly burnished, all while scrubbing little by little with a damp cloth and repeating the process, then the natural pigment painting and pattern work is done just prior of firing the piece in a traditional oven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe end result, is a unique piece that will captivate and nourish your imagination and inspire you every time. 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Masterfully crafted by \u003cstrong\u003eartisan Elena Felipe Félix\u003c\/strong\u003e, her pieces embody the centuries of wisdom and teachings of her people, all condensed into passionate creations that will undoubtedly soothe and captivate your senses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-25 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11.81\" high x 5.51\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.53 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Elena-Felipe-Felix.jpg?v=1554997005\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElena Felipe Felix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElena Felipe Felix was born in the town of Huáncito, Michoacán, México, in the year 1968, in the heart of a Purépecha Natives Legacy family. Since she was very young, her parents and the rest of her family taught her the fine art inherited from one generation to the next, since the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003eCentury, the art of pottery and burnished clay.\u003c\/span\u003eHer pieces are full of heart and the very soul of her region, encompassing several hues and tones that serve as the backdrops for some of the most intricate compositions, featuring humming birds, butterflies, flowers and rabbits, all perfectly capturing the beautiful sensitivity of her Purépecha ascendancy and the people’s connection to their environment. Elena has been Awarded in three occasions, with both State and National Arts Awards, and the inspiration put in all of her pieces definitely shows why!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Purepecha Burnished Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 16\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003ecentury, right after the conquest of Mexico by the Spaniards, a Catholic Bishop named Vasco de Quiroga decided it was very important to nourish and help the communities that were broken by the hardships of that time, and decided to learn and see what each community’s skills and cultures favored, so that he could help them learn a craft that would sustain and improve their economies and their lives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt was then that the Purepecha people of Huancito, Michoacán, were assigned with producing beautiful and practical pottery, made from local clays and beautifully colored and decorated with mineral pigments which the Purepechas were very familiar with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical and essential for their water storage needs inside their homes, the pot and vase towers produced by the community started becoming more and more skillfully crafted and designed, until they became amazing works of art that could inspiringly stand on their own!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt all starts with clays that are bought in the town of Tarecuato, and after following the basic process that leads to a malleable clay mass, Artisans put into use their ancestral molding, shaping and modelling skills that give life to the most beautiful shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking on top of a large wooden slab, which serves as a platform for the careful shaping and modelling process, and for some special pieces, they use carefully designed molds that ensure the right shape and junction points happen every time for later joining both halves of their pieces. Exceeding clay is cut delicately by using threads, and afterwards, using a damp cloth, they start to softly burnish the surface of the pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amazing reddish tones on the pieces comes from a unique coloring process using a watery solution of “Charanda”, a local soil-based pigmentation process that enhances and livens up the colors of the piece, all while sealing the smallest pores on the outside of it. Then, using a pyrite stone, the outer surface is thoroughly burnished, all while scrubbing little by little with a damp cloth and repeating the process, then the natural pigment painting and pattern work is done just prior of firing the piece in a traditional oven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe end result, is a unique piece that will captivate and nourish your imagination and inspire you every time. 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Elongated Red/White Vase, Burnished Clay

Description Every flower is an art piece, and this flower pot is most definitely another...

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Two-Handled<br>Tall Neck Vase,<br>Burnished Clay

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Two-Handled
Tall Neck Vase,
Burnished Clay

Description With its elegant lines, beautiful texture and amazing artwork, this Two-handled vase ticks all...

$79.00

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Silver Engraved Egg Shaped Jewelry Case, Copper

Description Every beautiful treasure deserves an equally beautiful shelter, and this amazing Egg-Shaped Jewelry Case...

$119.00

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Silver Engraved Copper Milk Jugs, Copper

Description When blended with the right amount of detail and effort, there’s no object that...

$99.00

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Fire Dyed Trumpet Shaped Flower Pot, Copper

Description Not every Tumpet was made to be played in a band, yet, there’s always...

$209.00

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Brown & Silver Etched Bowl, Copper

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Flying Owl Alebrije, Copal Wood

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Welder Over a Structure, Recycled Metal

Description Welding a structure, this welder, comes to life from the hands of artisan Fernando...

$69.00

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Wall-E, Recycled Metal

Description One of kids’ movies’ favorite characters, Wall-E is a small and super-charming sculpture with...

$69.00

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Vintage Telephone, Recycled Metal

Description This incredible sculpture of an Vintage Phone has an enormous amount of awesome details...

$109.00

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Standing Welder, Recycled Metal

Description Welding a structure, this welder comes to life from the hands of Artisan Fernando...

$69.00

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Minion, Recycled Metal

Description One of kids’ movies’ favorite characters, This Minion is a small and super-charming sculpture...

$59.00

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Medium Tank, Recycled Metal

Description This incredible hand-crafted military tank is made by hand by artisan Fernando Leon, it...

$129.00

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Medium R2-D2, Recycled Metal

Description For Star Wars collectors, comes this classic R2-D2, filled with features and awesome details;...

$89.00

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Mechanic, Recycled Metal

Description This piece of a Mechanic fixing a vintage car is brilliant and has several...

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Male Gynecologist, Recycled Metal

Description Receiving a baby, this Gynecologist sculpture has amazing details and is the ideal gift...

$69.00

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Male Dentist, Recycled Metal

Description Attending a patient, a Dentist is brought to life from the hands of Fernando...

$69.00

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Large Tank, Recycled Metal

Description This incredible hand-crafted military tank is made by hand by Artisan Fernando Leon, it...

$189.00

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Large R2-D2, Recycled Metal

Description For Star Wars collectors, comes this classic R2-D2, filled with features and awesome details;...

$149.00

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Female Dentist, Recycled Metal

Description Attending a patient, a Dentist is brought to life from the hands of Fernando...

$69.00

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Doctor, Recycled Metal

Description Ready for his consultation, this doctor has everything he needs in his briefcase, this...

$99.00

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DJ, Recycled Metal

Description By transforming sparks plugs into people, Fernando Leon adds to his sculptures a variety...

$69.00

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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 25-35 days.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.62\" height x 6.29\" width x 9.84\" length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.97 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Chiapas Pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the months of March, April and May, before rain comes to their region, Amatenango's men and women walk down the hills to collect their precious clays, each Artisan extracts between 250 to 350 sacks of clay, which then are poured into plastic bags to preserve its humidity and keep it fresh. The clay is strained using a mesh for eliminating impurities. The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Margarita-Diaz-Gomez_large.jpg?v=1566336656\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita Diaz Gomez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing 43 years old, she is one of the most representative Chiapas-born Artisans, creating Jaguars that easily surpass the three-feet length among other beautiful and representative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe lives in a humble home filled with a warm and welcoming vibe to it, her doors are always open, and everyone is always well received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e started working when she was just 12 years old, crafting smaller pieces and following her parents’ tradition and teachings. It was then, when she turned 14 years old, that she started working and crafting bigger pieces, such as pigeon-shaped flower pots, and through perseverance and dedication, she crafted her first Jaguar Sculpture by age 31.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach jaguar \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e makes is completely hand-sculpted, no molds are used, her first references for molding the figure were mostly from pictures in magazines, and some videos from the animal, trying to replicate the figure of a living jaguar, and achieving it with incredible precision. Her works are complex, and get their start with the extraction of the clays from the clay pits, having them completely cleaned of impurities and preparing the clay with the right malleable proportion for the sculpting process followed by the decoration of the pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita’s\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred working spot is her front porch, she spends long hours meticulously painting her pieces there, with all care and dedication to her art. It is right there, at her porch, where she usually sets her pieces in display for sale, hoping some traveler wanders around and acquires a piece of her works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e decorates one of her bigger jaguars (usually up to 39.3”x 23.6”), she can spend up to 8 days finely painting each of the spots and beautiful details on the piece, smaller jaguars could take around 2 days to paint, and other smaller pieces could take her half a day to paint, she is a full-time artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BEtlfAst3c8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Pigeon Flower Pot Small, Chiapas Pottery

Description Gazing with both elegance and a cautious look, this curious Pigeon by Artisan Margarita Diaz Gomez not...

$69.00

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The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. 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It is right there, at her porch, where she usually sets her pieces in display for sale, hoping some traveler wanders around and acquires a piece of her works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e decorates one of her bigger jaguars (usually up to 39.3”x 23.6”), she can spend up to 8 days finely painting each of the spots and beautiful details on the piece, smaller jaguars could take around 2 days to paint, and other smaller pieces could take her half a day to paint, she is a full-time artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BEtlfAst3c8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Small standing Jaguar, Chiapas Pottery

Description The Jaguar, a sacred animal worshipped by ancient indigenous cultures, which amongst the Mayans...

$149.00

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The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. 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They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Margarita-Diaz-Gomez_large.jpg?v=1566336656\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita Diaz Gomez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing 43 years old, she is one of the most representative Chiapas-born Artisans, creating Jaguars that easily surpass the three-feet length among other beautiful and representative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe lives in a humble home filled with a warm and welcoming vibe to it, her doors are always open, and everyone is always well received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e started working when she was just 12 years old, crafting smaller pieces and following her parents’ tradition and teachings. 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Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 45-60 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" high x 9.06\u003c\/span\u003e\" wide x 9.06\" long \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.80 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBase: Copal Wood\u003cbr\u003ePaint: Acrylic\u003cbr\u003eFinish: nontoxic matte lacquer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe product is shipped along with its certificate of authenticity, issued by \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez’s Alebrijes Workshop.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Alebrijes\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisiting Oaxaca is like entering the magical world of \u003cstrong\u003eAlebrijes\u003c\/strong\u003e, which more than being a craft, are widely considered to be true pieces of art. The knowledge required for the elaboration of these intricate wood sculptures is passed from one generation to the other. People in San Martin Tilcajete and Arrazola, Oaxaca, are born and raised deeply connected to the creation of these figures, all as a part of their own family environment. Usually, the locals live surrounded by copal logs, tools and paints inside their houses, as well as the traditional process of carving the sculptures. This is how children and young members of families learn day by day this craft from their elders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Process.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt all starts with the selection of the wooden piece to be used, the figure to be sculpted is decided according to the log’s shape, the base of the log is cut out with a Machete, and then the artisan starts searching for the balance of the figure’s shape and weight, to decide whether the figure will stand vertically or horizontally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artisan then makes drawings on the sides, giving him reference on where he will make rough cuts with his machete, he then proceeds to cut out details with smaller knives, which contribute to the sculpture by giving it expression and movement, each piece is unique, they can be reproduced, but there will always be subtle differences because of the 100% manual process, based on the original log’s shape and the hand-carving and sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carved piece is left to dry in the sunlight, once its outer body has dried, it is carefully sanded, the sawdust is kept in case of the need of repairs. After the sanding, the piece is again left to dry under the sun. In some cases, a large piece can take up to two years to dry out entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the piece has completely dried, it is then taken through the repair process, using a variety of tools, artisans open the cracks in the wood and are then filled with copal wedges and a mix of the previously collected sawdust mixed with sealant. The wedges are then sanded, and smoothed. These processes can take up to a month on larger pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter sanding and smoothing the sculpture, artisans apply a base color coating, it could either be a solid tone or in some other cases even gradients, after applying this first paint bath, artisans usually let the piece rest, they wait and see if there are any cracks on the wood for them to amend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artisans proceed to decorate the pieces with different brush types, each artisan has a style of their own for decorating, from the simplest traces to the most intricate designs and prehispanic patterns. After decorating the piece, it is covered with a lacquer spray to protect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past, artisans were only producing animal figures, but this started changing when younger artisans started introducing new subjects that contributed to alebrijes as a diverse art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuddenly, you could also find dragons, monsters, and even aliens! From this moment on, the artisan’s creative potential had become free to explore and create, which consumers and collectors all started appreciating and searching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the figures or themes of the sculpts became very popular and started being repeated, some such as dogs, armadillos or iguanas, but these figures not only represent the local wildlife, they are also common symbols of local folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the 80s, artisans started exploring different figures, such as giraffes, dogs, cats, elephants, zebras, deer, and even some more exotic types, like dolphins, sharks and other fish. All of this exploration is what set the stage for a second wave of exploration from younger artisans that gave (way to) fantastic figures such as dragons and aliens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/David-Hernandez_large.jpg?v=1527607582\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez’s Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the third generation of his family’s workshop, which was started by his grandfather in 1968, later acquired and operated by his father, Don Crescencio Hernandez, who became interested in his father’s craft and learned how to carve and sculpt copal, over time their alebrijes started selling to customers from different regions, which led to their pieces becoming adaptive to their likings and ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon Crescencio led the workshop for 20 years, until the moment he inherited it, with all the love for their Alebrijes, to his son \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid\u003c\/strong\u003e started working in the shop when he was 14 years old, now that he is 28, he can practically sculpt whatever piece he can imagine. His ancestors taught him that copal has sexes, so smaller pieces are usually made from “male copal”, whereas the larger pieces are made from “female copal”, \u003cstrong\u003eDavid\u003c\/strong\u003e usually takes inspiration from the tree’s shapes to decide on which figures he can sculpt from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his wife, transformed the workshop and modernized the carving and painting styles employed, proposing new takes on traditional subjects, adding a meaning in every stroke of the brush, but always conserving the all-handmade tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of his pieces is entirely handmade, his designs are based on prehispanic codex and patterns from Zapoteco origins, captured in protective entities called Tonas, these elements represent a long legacy of tradition and a lifestyle transmitted to him from his parents and grandparents, this is something that makes 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larger sibling to the small turtle, this bigger embodiment of the beautiful creature comes with amazing patterns and beautiful color contrasts that are sure to give it a special spot in your collection. Hand-crafted to perfection, \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e’s pieces are a showcase of some of the most beautiful fusions of meticulous carving and passionately masterful design work, all which are certain to elevate your enjoyment of these traditional pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 45-60 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" high x 9.06\u003c\/span\u003e\" wide x 9.06\" long \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.80 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBase: Copal Wood\u003cbr\u003ePaint: Acrylic\u003cbr\u003eFinish: nontoxic matte lacquer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe product is shipped along with its certificate of authenticity, issued by \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez’s Alebrijes Workshop.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Alebrijes\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisiting Oaxaca is like entering the magical world of \u003cstrong\u003eAlebrijes\u003c\/strong\u003e, which more than being a craft, are widely considered to be true pieces of art. The knowledge required for the elaboration of these intricate wood sculptures is passed from one generation to the other. People in San Martin Tilcajete and Arrazola, Oaxaca, are born and raised deeply connected to the creation of these figures, all as a part of their own family environment. Usually, the locals live surrounded by copal logs, tools and paints inside their houses, as well as the traditional process of carving the sculptures. This is how children and young members of families learn day by day this craft from their elders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Process.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt all starts with the selection of the wooden piece to be used, the figure to be sculpted is decided according to the log’s shape, the base of the log is cut out with a Machete, and then the artisan starts searching for the balance of the figure’s shape and weight, to decide whether the figure will stand vertically or horizontally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artisan then makes drawings on the sides, giving him reference on where he will make rough cuts with his machete, he then proceeds to cut out details with smaller knives, which contribute to the sculpture by giving it expression and movement, each piece is unique, they can be reproduced, but there will always be subtle differences because of the 100% manual process, based on the original log’s shape and the hand-carving and sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carved piece is left to dry in the sunlight, once its outer body has dried, it is carefully sanded, the sawdust is kept in case of the need of repairs. After the sanding, the piece is again left to dry under the sun. In some cases, a large piece can take up to two years to dry out entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the piece has completely dried, it is then taken through the repair process, using a variety of tools, artisans open the cracks in the wood and are then filled with copal wedges and a mix of the previously collected sawdust mixed with sealant. The wedges are then sanded, and smoothed. These processes can take up to a month on larger pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter sanding and smoothing the sculpture, artisans apply a base color coating, it could either be a solid tone or in some other cases even gradients, after applying this first paint bath, artisans usually let the piece rest, they wait and see if there are any cracks on the wood for them to amend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artisans proceed to decorate the pieces with different brush types, each artisan has a style of their own for decorating, from the simplest traces to the most intricate designs and prehispanic patterns. After decorating the piece, it is covered with a lacquer spray to protect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past, artisans were only producing animal figures, but this started changing when younger artisans started introducing new subjects that contributed to alebrijes as a diverse art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuddenly, you could also find dragons, monsters, and even aliens! From this moment on, the artisan’s creative potential had become free to explore and create, which consumers and collectors all started appreciating and searching for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the figures or themes of the sculpts became very popular and started being repeated, some such as dogs, armadillos or iguanas, but these figures not only represent the local wildlife, they are also common symbols of local folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the 80s, artisans started exploring different figures, such as giraffes, dogs, cats, elephants, zebras, deer, and even some more exotic types, like dolphins, sharks and other fish. All of this exploration is what set the stage for a second wave of exploration from younger artisans that gave (way to) fantastic figures such as dragons and aliens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/David-Hernandez_large.jpg?v=1527607582\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez’s Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the third generation of his family’s workshop, which was started by his grandfather in 1968, later acquired and operated by his father, Don Crescencio Hernandez, who became interested in his father’s craft and learned how to carve and sculpt copal, over time their alebrijes started selling to customers from different regions, which led to their pieces becoming adaptive to their likings and ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon Crescencio led the workshop for 20 years, until the moment he inherited it, with all the love for their Alebrijes, to his son \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Hernandez.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid\u003c\/strong\u003e started working in the shop when he was 14 years old, now that he is 28, he can practically sculpt whatever piece he can imagine. His ancestors taught him that copal has sexes, so smaller pieces are usually made from “male copal”, whereas the larger pieces are made from “female copal”, \u003cstrong\u003eDavid\u003c\/strong\u003e usually takes inspiration from the tree’s shapes to decide on which figures he can sculpt from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid\u003c\/strong\u003e, along with his wife, transformed the workshop and modernized the carving and painting styles employed, proposing new takes on traditional subjects, adding a meaning in every stroke of the brush, but always conserving the all-handmade tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of his pieces is entirely handmade, his designs are based on prehispanic codex and patterns from Zapoteco origins, captured in protective entities called Tonas, these elements represent a long legacy of tradition and a lifestyle transmitted to him from his parents and grandparents, this is something that makes \u003cstrong\u003eDavid\u003c\/strong\u003e very proud of his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisan \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CDfNObnMX1k\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Medium Sized Turtle Alebrije, Copal Wood

Description A larger sibling to the small turtle, this bigger embodiment of the beautiful creature...

$2,379.00

Jaguar Mother with Three Cubs, Chiapas Pottery

Description Lots of us have a good memory of our mothers, fighting against every challenge...

$449.00

Jaguar Laying Down, Chiapas Pottery

Description We rarely envision jaguars smiling; however, this beautiful and amazing piece shows us there...

$449.00

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Zinacanteca Woman with Pouch, Wood

Description Stoic and timeless, the calm and confident gaze of a legendary culture is perfectly...

$99.00

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Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. Once \u003cstrong\u003eRosel\u003c\/strong\u003e turned 18, he started to win several local and statewide Art Competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen he was 20 years old, he specialized in amber carving, and became a featured artisan in several Mexican Art Forums around the country, and in 2015, he exposed two of his Nativity Scenes in the Vatican, both of them in the indigenous style of Chiapas’ Altos Region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat for some is a simple chunk of wood, becomes an opportunity to create a unique piece with a mystic touch for \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e, just as the “Virgen de Guadalupe” that Pope Francis received from Rosel’s own hands in 2017.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is distinguished by his great production quality, with amazing anatomical carvings, no matter which wood is used as the base, cedar, “huanacastle” (parota), mahogany, “cupapé”, “nanguipo”, or precious amber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosel has been distinguished for making pieces, from the minute to fule scale, sometimes even over 1.60m, like a Don Quijote, a David and a Goliath Piece, and even a Jesus Christ Sculpture, which was 2.5m tall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor supplying his timber needs, Rosel Collects dead wood during the whole year, he stores them, and even has friends and family helping him locate special woods fallen from trees around the rivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn his workshop, he has chisels from every size, measure and shape, gouges, crowbars, machetes, hatchets, saws and even chainsaws, all in service of his amazing art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VsRHDS_qw_c\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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Every cut and every carving, every detail etched into a carefully selected piece of wood reveals wonderful and amazing stories, \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e creations will easily make for wholesome and inspiring conversations as well as long lasting, deep moments of appreciation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece is currently not in stock. Once your order is processed, the artisan will receive an order to produce a replica of the item you ordered. Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-30 days\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall: 11.02\" high x 3.54\" wide x 3.54\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13.39\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" high x \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" wide x \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.51\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge: 19.69\" high x 6.69\" wide x 7.48\" long\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall: 1.21 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: 2.65 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge: 10.14 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Wood Carving\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the state of Chiapas’ most important festivities, is Chiapa de Corzo’s Festival, where the protagonist are the “Parachicos”, who wear a wooden hand-carved mask, beautifully decorated and representing the faces of Spaniards in colony and “Conquista” times, this tradition was added to UNESCO’s Immaterial Humanity Heritage List since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood carving is another of Chiapa de Corzo’s pillars, several artisans use cedarwood, and consider it to be the most precious and malleable one. Once they have their cedar-wood block, they start by scabbling the block little by little, until they have successfully shaped a face, then, applying all their respect and love for this timber, they apply the very best of their skills to the crafting process of their pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven though that “Parachico” masks are the main activity of these artisans and their workshops, the love for their woodworking has led them to create exquisite sculptures with the theme of saints, “vírgenes” and other traditional folklore characters, using a variety of timbers, including the famous parota wood (commonly known as “Huanacastle”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother amazing form of art that these people produce is the sculpting of amber pieces, a skill in which many artisans have become specialized with this fossil resin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Rosel-Gonzalez-Montoya_large.jpg?v=1566232203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn in Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas; he learned the basics about artisanal wood carving when he was nine years old, as well as amber-working; his teacher was his elder brother, Jose Alberto, and once he turned 17 he started studying with Master Reynaldo, a known sculptor renown because of his Japanese wood carving awards. Once \u003cstrong\u003eRosel\u003c\/strong\u003e turned 18, he started to win several local and statewide Art Competitions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen he was 20 years old, he specialized in amber carving, and became a featured artisan in several Mexican Art Forums around the country, and in 2015, he exposed two of his Nativity Scenes in the Vatican, both of them in the indigenous style of Chiapas’ Altos Region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat for some is a simple chunk of wood, becomes an opportunity to create a unique piece with a mystic touch for \u003cstrong\u003eRosel Gonzalez Montoya\u003c\/strong\u003e, just as the “Virgen de Guadalupe” that Pope Francis received from Rosel’s own hands in 2017.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is distinguished by his great production quality, with amazing anatomical carvings, no matter which wood is used as the base, cedar, “huanacastle” (parota), mahogany, “cupapé”, “nanguipo”, or precious amber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosel has been distinguished for making pieces, from the minute to fule scale, sometimes even over 1.60m, like a Don Quijote, a David and a Goliath Piece, and even a Jesus Christ Sculpture, which was 2.5m tall!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor supplying his timber needs, Rosel Collects dead wood during the whole year, he stores them, and even has friends and family helping him locate special woods fallen from trees around the rivers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn his workshop, he has chisels from every size, measure and shape, gouges, crowbars, machetes, hatchets, saws and even chainsaws, all in service of his amazing art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisans\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VsRHDS_qw_c\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Pakal Head, Parota Wood

Description Stoic and timeless, the calm and confident gaze of a legendary culture is perfectly...

$69.00

Small standing Jaguar, Chiapas Pottery

Description The Jaguar, a sacred animal worshipped by ancient indigenous cultures, which amongst the Mayans...

$149.00

Small Jaguar with open Jaws, Chiapas Pottery

Description This Jaguar, crafted by Artisan Margarita Diaz Gomez, observes motionless, and intimidates with his...

$119.00

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Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in decoration and shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 35-45 days.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.41\" height x 7.08\" width x 12.59\" length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.18 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Chiapas Pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the months of March, April and May, before rain comes to their region, Amatenango's men and women walk down the hills to collect their precious clays, each Artisan extracts between 250 to 350 sacks of clay, which then are poured into plastic bags to preserve its humidity and keep it fresh. The clay is strained using a mesh for eliminating impurities. The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Margarita-Diaz-Gomez_large.jpg?v=1566336656\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita Diaz Gomez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing 43 years old, she is one of the most representative Chiapas-born Artisans, creating Jaguars that easily surpass the three-feet length among other beautiful and representative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe lives in a humble home filled with a warm and welcoming vibe to it, her doors are always open, and everyone is always well received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e started working when she was just 12 years old, crafting smaller pieces and following her parents’ tradition and teachings. It was then, when she turned 14 years old, that she started working and crafting bigger pieces, such as pigeon-shaped flower pots, and through perseverance and dedication, she crafted her first Jaguar Sculpture by age 31.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach jaguar \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e makes is completely hand-sculpted, no molds are used, her first references for molding the figure were mostly from pictures in magazines, and some videos from the animal, trying to replicate the figure of a living jaguar, and achieving it with incredible precision. 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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 35-45 days.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.41\" height x 7.08\" width x 12.59\" length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.18 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Chiapas Pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the months of March, April and May, before rain comes to their region, Amatenango's men and women walk down the hills to collect their precious clays, each Artisan extracts between 250 to 350 sacks of clay, which then are poured into plastic bags to preserve its humidity and keep it fresh. The clay is strained using a mesh for eliminating impurities. The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. This firing technique holds a great similarity to the one ancestrally used by the Mayan People who inhabited these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, when the pieces are ready for being painted, Potters use different minerals for obtaining natural colors to apply on the pieces. By sanding some of their selected minerals, and pouring the powder into a concave rock for it to be mixed with water, these artisans achieve red, black and even yellow tones. They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Margarita-Diaz-Gomez_large.jpg?v=1566336656\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita Diaz Gomez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing 43 years old, she is one of the most representative Chiapas-born Artisans, creating Jaguars that easily surpass the three-feet length among other beautiful and representative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe lives in a humble home filled with a warm and welcoming vibe to it, her doors are always open, and everyone is always well received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e started working when she was just 12 years old, crafting smaller pieces and following her parents’ tradition and teachings. 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It is right there, at her porch, where she usually sets her pieces in display for sale, hoping some traveler wanders around and acquires a piece of her works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e decorates one of her bigger jaguars (usually up to 39.3”x 23.6”), she can spend up to 8 days finely painting each of the spots and beautiful details on the piece, smaller jaguars could take around 2 days to paint, and other smaller pieces could take her half a day to paint, she is a full-time artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BEtlfAst3c8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Small Jaguar Lying , Chiapas Pottery

Description This Jaguar, made by Artisan Margarita Diaz Gomez, lies down resting in a comfortable...

$89.00

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The clay is then mildly de-hydrated to achieve the artisan's desired clay consistency. When a clay ball is ready, it is laid over a smooth stone, and the shaping process begins. The clay is molded into an inverted and flattened cone; as it keeps on spinning, the clay is morphed into shapes of Jaguars, Pots, Pitchers and other creations. Once the piece's shape is finished, it is left under the sun for it to dry. This is the process's critical point, because this is when the clay can break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the pieces are finished drying under the sun, they are put on top of a dry tree branch bed, and around it, vertically-standing logs. It is then fired at 600 to 700 Degrees Celsius, enough for the clay to lose its capacity for dissolving in water. 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They then take their brushes, and with great skill, start decorating jaguars, pots, pitchers, salad bowls, pigeons, and many other pieces with the intention of bringing their art directly to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout The Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Margarita-Diaz-Gomez_large.jpg?v=1566336656\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita Diaz Gomez\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing 43 years old, she is one of the most representative Chiapas-born Artisans, creating Jaguars that easily surpass the three-feet length among other beautiful and representative pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe lives in a humble home filled with a warm and welcoming vibe to it, her doors are always open, and everyone is always well received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e started working when she was just 12 years old, crafting smaller pieces and following her parents’ tradition and teachings. It was then, when she turned 14 years old, that she started working and crafting bigger pieces, such as pigeon-shaped flower pots, and through perseverance and dedication, she crafted her first Jaguar Sculpture by age 31.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach jaguar \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e makes is completely hand-sculpted, no molds are used, her first references for molding the figure were mostly from pictures in magazines, and some videos from the animal, trying to replicate the figure of a living jaguar, and achieving it with incredible precision. Her works are complex, and get their start with the extraction of the clays from the clay pits, having them completely cleaned of impurities and preparing the clay with the right malleable proportion for the sculpting process followed by the decoration of the pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarita’s\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred working spot is her front porch, she spends long hours meticulously painting her pieces there, with all care and dedication to her art. It is right there, at her porch, where she usually sets her pieces in display for sale, hoping some traveler wanders around and acquires a piece of her works\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen \u003cstrong\u003eMargarita\u003c\/strong\u003e decorates one of her bigger jaguars (usually up to 39.3”x 23.6”), she can spend up to 8 days finely painting each of the spots and beautiful details on the piece, smaller jaguars could take around 2 days to paint, and other smaller pieces could take her half a day to paint, she is a full-time artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BEtlfAst3c8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Extra Large Jaguar Mother, Chiapas Pottery

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