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This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Adelaida-Fabian-Canseca.jpg?v=1533741857\"\u003eOriginally from Mexico City, Adelaida was brought to San Bartolo at a very young age, and was introduced to the Arts by some of her family members during her childhood, all because she was very curious about the artwork and the techniques used to achieve them. It was then that her father became her first formal arts teacher. Through the years, she learned several techniques, all while developing key skills that later became a staple of her work with black clay art. Now, being 40 years old and having learned and created beautiful art for almost as many, Adelaida’s work is renown by the meticulousness with which pieces get their details, carvings and burnished highlights, each one of her pieces is a testament of an Artisan legacy that inspires like few others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1-aIlM8d_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. 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Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Adelaida-Fabian-Canseca.jpg?v=1533741857\"\u003eOriginally from Mexico City, Adelaida was brought to San Bartolo at a very young age, and was introduced to the Arts by some of her family members during her childhood, all because she was very curious about the artwork and the techniques used to achieve them. It was then that her father became her first formal arts teacher. Through the years, she learned several techniques, all while developing key skills that later became a staple of her work with black clay art. Now, being 40 years old and having learned and created beautiful art for almost as many, Adelaida’s work is renown by the meticulousness with which pieces get their details, carvings and burnished highlights, each one of her pieces is a testament of an Artisan legacy that inspires like few others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1-aIlM8d_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. 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Carefully hand-sculpted and crafted with traditional \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca Black Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Techniques by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Adelaida Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e, her pieces are worthy of the spotlight in any collection.\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 shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-35 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\u003e14.96\" high x 4.72\" wide x 2.95\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.60 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Oaxaca Black Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince pre-Columbian times, clay has been considered a highly precious material by Mexicans who use it for the elaboration of utilitarian, decorative, or ritual use pieces, a raw material worked with much mastery and technique diversity, as well as finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, Zapotecos and Mixtecos had their settlements in the middle of \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e’s valleys, even back then, they worked with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it was until the 50s that the technique came back into the spotlight, all through the work of Doña Rosa Real de Nieto, an artisan from \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bartolo Coyotepec\u003c\/strong\u003e, who elaborated beautiful artistic pieces that have now given fame and recognition to \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e on a worldwide scale, and that for many years promoted and impulsed this technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay is extracted from a place near to the town, and contrary to what most people believe, it isn’t initially black. This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Adelaida-Fabian-Canseca.jpg?v=1533741857\"\u003eOriginally from Mexico City, Adelaida was brought to San Bartolo at a very young age, and was introduced to the Arts by some of her family members during her childhood, all because she was very curious about the artwork and the techniques used to achieve them. It was then that her father became her first formal arts teacher. Through the years, she learned several techniques, all while developing key skills that later became a staple of her work with black clay art. Now, being 40 years old and having learned and created beautiful art for almost as many, Adelaida’s work is renown by the meticulousness with which pieces get their details, carvings and burnished highlights, each one of her pieces is a testament of an Artisan legacy that inspires like few others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1-aIlM8d_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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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 shape. 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At first Omar shied away from the family business and went on to receive a Bachelors degree in Graphic Design. After a period of time working in his field Omar decided to return to the family trade making his own creations with Black Clay. He experimented with different techniques until one of his experiments (a piece made out of strips of clay) became his calling card and the beginning of many great things to come. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Clay market is very competitive in San Bartolo Coyotepec, due to the fact that nearly 70% of the inhabitants of the village are dedicated to this trade. Omar needed to distinguish himself from the rest and it wasn’t until one of his “Calada” creations landed him in 2nd. place in a Statewide competition. This inspired him to continue forward innovating and honing his techniques along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this time his Graphic Designer career merged with his artisan side, allowing him to create incredible works of art. His works have won many awards and he is sought after by Hotels and Restaurants to create murals, counters and other commercial applications made of Black Clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of his awards and honorable mentions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in May 2009, freestyle category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2nd. place in the “VIII Benito Juarez State Award 2009”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in the 2nd. 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Carefully hand-sculpted and crafted with traditional Oaxaca \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Techniques by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Omar Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e, his pieces perfectly blend modernity and tradition, and they are stunning additions to your collection.\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 shape. 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9.84\" high x 10.63\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.74 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Black Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince pre-Columbian times, clay has been considered a highly precious material by Mexicans who use it for the elaboration of utilitarian, decorative, or ritual use pieces, a raw material worked with much mastery and technique diversity, as well as finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, Zapotecos and Mixtecos had their settlements in the middle of \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e’s valleys, even back then, they worked with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it was until the 50s that the technique came back into the spotlight, all through the work of Doña Rosa Real de Nieto, an artisan from \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bartolo Coyotepec\u003c\/strong\u003e, who elaborated beautiful artistic pieces that have now given fame and recognition to \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e on a worldwide scale, and that for many years promoted and impulsed this technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay is extracted from a place near to the town, and contrary to what most people believe, it isn’t initially black. This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Omar-Fabian-Canseca_large.jpg?v=1553710950\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOmar Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe was born in the city of Oaxaca, in San Bartolo Coyotepec, a pottery town with an important tradition in the prehispanic era. His grandparents were potters and his parents are potters. So it’s safe to say that Omar has been around Black Clay since he was a young boy. At first Omar shied away from the family business and went on to receive a Bachelors degree in Graphic Design. After a period of time working in his field Omar decided to return to the family trade making his own creations with Black Clay. He experimented with different techniques until one of his experiments (a piece made out of strips of clay) became his calling card and the beginning of many great things to come. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Clay market is very competitive in San Bartolo Coyotepec, due to the fact that nearly 70% of the inhabitants of the village are dedicated to this trade. Omar needed to distinguish himself from the rest and it wasn’t until one of his “Calada” creations landed him in 2nd. place in a Statewide competition. This inspired him to continue forward innovating and honing his techniques along the way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring this time his Graphic Designer career merged with his artisan side, allowing him to create incredible works of art. His works have won many awards and he is sought after by Hotels and Restaurants to create murals, counters and other commercial applications made of Black Clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome of his awards and honorable mentions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in May 2009, freestyle category.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2nd. place in the “VIII Benito Juarez State Award 2009”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in the 2nd. Black Clay Contest, April 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonorary mention in the National Award in Tlaquepaque Jalisco 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place in the Black Clay Contest, April 2011.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st. place “XI State Award Benito Juarez 2012”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st place “XI State Award Benito Juarez 2013”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrently, his work is being displayed in important galleries of Mexico, Valle de Bravo, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, United States, Spain, Germany and India.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1-aIlM8d_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-35 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\u003e8.27\" high x 10.63\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.09 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Black Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince pre-Columbian times, clay has been considered a highly precious material by Mexicans who use it for the elaboration of utilitarian, decorative, or ritual use pieces, a raw material worked with much mastery and technique diversity, as well as finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, Zapotecos and Mixtecos had their settlements in the middle of \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e’s valleys, even back then, they worked with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it was until the 50s that the technique came back into the spotlight, all through the work of Doña Rosa Real de Nieto, an artisan from \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bartolo Coyotepec\u003c\/strong\u003e, who elaborated beautiful artistic pieces that have now given fame and recognition to \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e on a worldwide scale, and that for many years promoted and impulsed this technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay is extracted from a place near to the town, and contrary to what most people believe, it isn’t initially black. This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Adelaida-Fabian-Canseca.jpg?v=1533741857\"\u003eAdelaida Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOriginally from Mexico City, \u003cstrong\u003eAdelaida\u003c\/strong\u003e was brought to San Bartolo at a very young age, and was introduced to the Arts by some of her family members during her childhood, all because she was very curious about the artwork and the techniques used to achieve them. It was then that her father became her first formal arts teacher. Through the years, she learned several techniques, all while developing key skills that later became a staple of her work with black clay art. Now, being 40 years old and having learned and created beautiful art for almost as many, Adelaida’s work is renown by the meticulousness with which pieces get their details, carvings and burnished highlights, each one of her pieces is a testament of an Artisan legacy that inspires like few others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1-aIlM8d_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-06-12T09:51:22-07:00","created_at":"2018-06-12T09:54:26-07:00","vendor":"ADELAIDA FABIAN CANSECO","type":"BLACK CLAY","tags":["OAXACA","VASES"],"price":46900,"price_min":46900,"price_max":46900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":8817626546239,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BC-AFC-GEOSPH-01","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Geometric Shaped Holes Sphere, Oaxaca Black Clay","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":46900,"weight":1400,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00003.jpg?v=1538758798","\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00002.jpg?v=1538758798","\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00001.jpg?v=1538758798","\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00004.jpg?v=1538758798","\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00005.jpg?v=1538758798"],"featured_image":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00003.jpg?v=1538758798","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":3333565481023,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.01,"height":1881,"width":1900,"src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00003.jpg?v=1538758798"},"aspect_ratio":1.01,"height":1881,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00003.jpg?v=1538758798","width":1900},{"alt":null,"id":3333565448255,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.017,"height":1869,"width":1900,"src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00002.jpg?v=1538758798"},"aspect_ratio":1.017,"height":1869,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00002.jpg?v=1538758798","width":1900},{"alt":null,"id":3333565415487,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1900,"width":1900,"src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00001.jpg?v=1538758798"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1900,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00001.jpg?v=1538758798","width":1900},{"alt":null,"id":3333565579327,"position":4,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.001,"height":1899,"width":1900,"src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00004.jpg?v=1538758798"},"aspect_ratio":1.001,"height":1899,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00004.jpg?v=1538758798","width":1900},{"alt":null,"id":3333565939775,"position":5,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1900,"width":1900,"src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00005.jpg?v=1538758798"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1900,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/artezzanos.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/Esfera_Huecos_00005.jpg?v=1538758798","width":1900}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHosting an array of intricate geometric cuts around its body, this amazing piece is a perfect mix of both modern and traditional elements. Carefully hand-sculpted and crafted with traditional \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca Black Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Techniques by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Adelaida Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e, her pieces are worthy of the spotlight in any collection.\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 shape. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 20-35 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\u003e8.27\" high x 10.63\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.09 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Black Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince pre-Columbian times, clay has been considered a highly precious material by Mexicans who use it for the elaboration of utilitarian, decorative, or ritual use pieces, a raw material worked with much mastery and technique diversity, as well as finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, Zapotecos and Mixtecos had their settlements in the middle of \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e’s valleys, even back then, they worked with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it was until the 50s that the technique came back into the spotlight, all through the work of Doña Rosa Real de Nieto, an artisan from \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bartolo Coyotepec\u003c\/strong\u003e, who elaborated beautiful artistic pieces that have now given fame and recognition to \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e on a worldwide scale, and that for many years promoted and impulsed this technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay is extracted from a place near to the town, and contrary to what most people believe, it isn’t initially black. This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Adelaida-Fabian-Canseca.jpg?v=1533741857\"\u003eAdelaida Fabian Canseco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOriginally from Mexico City, \u003cstrong\u003eAdelaida\u003c\/strong\u003e was brought to San Bartolo at a very young age, and was introduced to the Arts by some of her family members during her childhood, all because she was very curious about the artwork and the techniques used to achieve them. It was then that her father became her first formal arts teacher. Through the years, she learned several techniques, all while developing key skills that later became a staple of her work with black clay art. Now, being 40 years old and having learned and created beautiful art for almost as many, Adelaida’s work is renown by the meticulousness with which pieces get their details, carvings and burnished highlights, each one of her pieces is a testament of an Artisan legacy that inspires like few others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo of the Artisan\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d1-aIlM8d_Q\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 15-25 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 7.87\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.01 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Oaxaca Black Clay\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince pre-Columbian times, clay has been considered a highly precious material by Mexicans who use it for the elaboration of utilitarian, decorative, or ritual use pieces, a raw material worked with much mastery and technique diversity, as well as finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the past, Zapotecos and Mixtecos had their settlements in the middle of \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e’s valleys, even back then, they worked with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it was until the 50s that the technique came back into the spotlight, all through the work of Doña Rosa Real de Nieto, an artisan from \u003cstrong\u003eSan Bartolo Coyotepec\u003c\/strong\u003e, who elaborated beautiful artistic pieces that have now given fame and recognition to \u003cstrong\u003eOaxaca\u003c\/strong\u003e on a worldwide scale, and that for many years promoted and impulsed this technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clay is extracted from a place near to the town, and contrary to what most people believe, it isn’t initially black. This characteristic tone is obtained through a specific technique applied during the clay’s firing, which is done in a two mouthed furnace (a firewood furnace dug underground), during some point in the process, both “mouths” are closed, which triggers a physical reaction that reduces atmospheres, which is contrary to the regular oxidation of firing the piece. This firing process dates as long back as Prehispanic times. It is believed that, if clay is collected by women, the mines could stop naturally producing the material, therefor this is an activity traditionally exclusive to men.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducing the pieces starts with the clay’s collection, which is sifted and is then “laid to rest”, before it is kneaded and molded. Once the artisan has applied his magic to sculpting and molding the piece, it is left to dry under the sunlight for around four days. In the case the piece requires some form of fretwork, it is done on the fourth day for the piece not to be too fresh or too dry, which could make the process difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs time has passed, pieces are scratched in order to close the pores in the clay, and they are left to dry once again for them to be rubbed with \u003cstrong\u003equartz stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the piece a very particular shimmer. Pieces are then taken out to be dried again, either under direct sunlight or under a shed for indirect light, and once dried, the \u003cstrong\u003equartz\u003c\/strong\u003e rubbing takes place again, all before letting the piece dry one last time for another four days before firing it. Once fired, pieces are washed, dried and ready to be sold. Among the pieces produced, one can find skulls, cajetes, jugs, pots, Mezcal pots, animal figures, and diverse ornament figures, as well as the famous “Carlomagno” pieces, all staying close to traditional techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0008\/7582\/3167\/files\/Silvia-Garcia-Mateos_large.jpg?v=1538502358\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilvia Garcia Mateos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in San Bartolo Coyotepec from an Artisan Family, Silvia’s first approach to Clay and pottery happened because of how curious she was about feeling its consistency on her fingers when she was a little girl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter her first experiences with clay, she taught herself on making her first formal piece, a Rustic Jug! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter that, she started making different decoration pieces that widened her skillset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, it is her vases that make her the proudest, mostly because of the fact that it was thanks to producing and selling these vases that she was able to get her children through life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilvia thinks each artisan has their very own special technique for crafting their pieces. In her case, she mentions that foot-kneading enough clay for up to a 100 pieces has the best effect and quality, while also giving her a special sense of pride and accomplishment every time she gets one of these special pieces into the firing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilvia’s work has even been featured in art conventions, like the one she went to in New York where she had the chance to meet other artisans from around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Silvia, one of the biggest satisfactions in life is to see a customer take one of her pieces and relate to it before taking it back home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNowadays, Silvia is very proud about having her own workshop, all built from her effort and determination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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