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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. 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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...

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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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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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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. 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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...

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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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Don Quijote, Recycled Metal

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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. 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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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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...

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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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Green Flower-Patterned Tole, Laca

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