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Given the handcrafted and artistic nature of their pieces, your purchase may have some variation in color and decoration. 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.17\" high x 5.91\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.82 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Petatillo Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by the thoroughness with which spaces in between the main figures are carefully decorated, receiving millimetric interlaced lines that form patterns resembling those of a \u003cstrong\u003ePetate\u003c\/strong\u003e weave, hence the naming for such beautiful technique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colors mainly used for this technique are black and white, with designs that include nature-inspired motifs, therefor, there is a presence of green tones in these pieces, which are extracted from copper. With this pictorial weave of ideas, filled with minuteness and patience, spaces are filled in between trees, flowers, all kinds of animals, people, and even profoundly Mexican country landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the wonderful miracle of life, that is expressed in almost each and every one of his pieces, with pairs of every type; including peacocks, deer, birds, horses, butterflies, men and women surrounded by children, even using death motifs… “Because wherever there is life, there is also death”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the elaboration of these pieces, a very special type of clay is required, as fine and pure as possible, resulting in an incredible piece of art. This type of clay is sifted until it becomes a very fine sand, then, water is added to form a very soft, smooth, and malleable paste. It is with this clay paste that the molding of the pieces begins, using a wheel, from which vases, flower pots, and other creations come to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a piece is molded, it is left outside to dry for two to three days, being exposed directly to the sunlight for any humidity to evaporate. The pieces are then put through the first firing, with temperatures up to 1652 Fº degrees for timespans that range from 5 to 6 hours. Once the pieces cool down, the most laborious and artistic part of the process starts, a decoration process with the most fantastic designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery piece is painted with brushes made by the artisan himself using dog fur. Once the pieces are completely painted, they are then submerged in an enamel giving the piece a glossy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is then that the piece is fired again in the oven, reaching roughly 212 Fº degrees for eight hours. During this process, as if through magic, colors start to appear. As an end result, painted designs shimmer with a very special brightness, while also allowing the piece to be freed from any lead content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving precise control of temperatures is very important. If the piece does not receive the right amount of heat, the paint may start melting, ruining the design and causing cracks in the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is considered to be one of the great Potters of our time. Born in Zapotlan el Grande to a Potter family, and the oldest of 5 siblings, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e started exercising his profession and devotion for pottery. 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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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.17\" high x 5.91\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.82 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Petatillo Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by the thoroughness with which spaces in between the main figures are carefully decorated, receiving millimetric interlaced lines that form patterns resembling those of a \u003cstrong\u003ePetate\u003c\/strong\u003e weave, hence the naming for such beautiful technique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colors mainly used for this technique are black and white, with designs that include nature-inspired motifs, therefor, there is a presence of green tones in these pieces, which are extracted from copper. With this pictorial weave of ideas, filled with minuteness and patience, spaces are filled in between trees, flowers, all kinds of animals, people, and even profoundly Mexican country landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the wonderful miracle of life, that is expressed in almost each and every one of his pieces, with pairs of every type; including peacocks, deer, birds, horses, butterflies, men and women surrounded by children, even using death motifs… “Because wherever there is life, there is also death”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the elaboration of these pieces, a very special type of clay is required, as fine and pure as possible, resulting in an incredible piece of art. This type of clay is sifted until it becomes a very fine sand, then, water is added to form a very soft, smooth, and malleable paste. It is with this clay paste that the molding of the pieces begins, using a wheel, from which vases, flower pots, and other creations come to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a piece is molded, it is left outside to dry for two to three days, being exposed directly to the sunlight for any humidity to evaporate. The pieces are then put through the first firing, with temperatures up to 1652 Fº degrees for timespans that range from 5 to 6 hours. Once the pieces cool down, the most laborious and artistic part of the process starts, a decoration process with the most fantastic designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery piece is painted with brushes made by the artisan himself using dog fur. Once the pieces are completely painted, they are then submerged in an enamel giving the piece a glossy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is then that the piece is fired again in the oven, reaching roughly 212 Fº degrees for eight hours. During this process, as if through magic, colors start to appear. As an end result, painted designs shimmer with a very special brightness, while also allowing the piece to be freed from any lead content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving precise control of temperatures is very important. If the piece does not receive the right amount of heat, the paint may start melting, ruining the design and causing cracks in the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is considered to be one of the great Potters of our time. Born in Zapotlan el Grande to a Potter family, and the oldest of 5 siblings, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e started exercising his profession and devotion for pottery. It was during the 60’s, after losing his parents, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e decided to move to Tonala, Jalisco, at the young age of 15.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter 27 years in Tonala, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e had the opportunity to learn and became close to great artisans of the \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery technique, such as Pedro Chavez Bernabe, and Jose Antonio Mateo Nuño, producing several displays of his great talent. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e has not only worked with \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, he has mastered techniques such as \u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e and high temperature clay firing. He’s won several awards, on a Regional, State, and National level. He also has won the “Premio Nacional de la Ceramica” award several times over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a serious personality, yet with a very peculiar sense of humor, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e is someone who loves his art and spends long hours in his workshop. \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e instills all of his knowledge and amazing creativity in each piece he creates, which can range from something as simple, as a coffee cup, to a more elaborate piece, using the most intricate decorations, worthy of the awards he’s received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hands of this Zapotlan-born Artist, \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e Burnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e tell the story, customs and traditions of the people of Tonala, who gladly opened their doors for him and made him their adoptive son, a son who has proudly represented them in the most deserving of ways.\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\/_mtzJyrK5qY\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Pigeons Soup Bowl, Petatillo Clay

Description Soups are soul-warming foods by excellence and serving it on a beautiful bowl can...

$179.00

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Crafted by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Geronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-molded and hand-painted, these beautiful \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e pieces have some of the most intricate and stunning hand-painted designs.\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 decoration. 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.35\" high x 7.09\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.27 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Petatillo Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by the thoroughness with which spaces in between the main figures are carefully decorated, receiving millimetric interlaced lines that form patterns resembling those of a \u003cstrong\u003ePetate\u003c\/strong\u003e weave, hence the naming for such beautiful technique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colors mainly used for this technique are black and white, with designs that include nature-inspired motifs, therefor, there is a presence of green tones in these pieces, which are extracted from copper. With this pictorial weave of ideas, filled with minuteness and patience, spaces are filled in between trees, flowers, all kinds of animals, people, and even profoundly Mexican country landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the wonderful miracle of life, that is expressed in almost each and every one of his pieces, with pairs of every type; including peacocks, deer, birds, horses, butterflies, men and women surrounded by children, even using death motifs… “Because wherever there is life, there is also death”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the elaboration of these pieces, a very special type of clay is required, as fine and pure as possible, resulting in an incredible piece of art. This type of clay is sifted until it becomes a very fine sand, then, water is added to form a very soft, smooth, and malleable paste. It is with this clay paste that the molding of the pieces begins, using a wheel, from which vases, flower pots, and other creations come to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a piece is molded, it is left outside to dry for two to three days, being exposed directly to the sunlight for any humidity to evaporate. The pieces are then put through the first firing, with temperatures up to 1652 Fº degrees for timespans that range from 5 to 6 hours. Once the pieces cool down, the most laborious and artistic part of the process starts, a decoration process with the most fantastic designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery piece is painted with brushes made by the artisan himself using dog fur. Once the pieces are completely painted, they are then submerged in an enamel giving the piece a glossy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is then that the piece is fired again in the oven, reaching roughly 212 Fº degrees for eight hours. During this process, as if through magic, colors start to appear. As an end result, painted designs shimmer with a very special brightness, while also allowing the piece to be freed from any lead content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving precise control of temperatures is very important. If the piece does not receive the right amount of heat, the paint may start melting, ruining the design and causing cracks in the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is considered to be one of the great Potters of our time. Born in Zapotlan el Grande to a Potter family, and the oldest of 5 siblings, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e started exercising his profession and devotion for pottery. It was during the 60’s, after losing his parents, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e decided to move to Tonala, Jalisco, at the young age of 15.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter 27 years in Tonala, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e had the opportunity to learn and became close to great artisans of the \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery technique, such as Pedro Chavez Bernabe, and Jose Antonio Mateo Nuño, producing several displays of his great talent. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e has not only worked with \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, he has mastered techniques such as \u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e and high temperature clay firing. He’s won several awards, on a Regional, State, and National level. He also has won the “Premio Nacional de la Ceramica” award several times over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a serious personality, yet with a very peculiar sense of humor, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e is someone who loves his art and spends long hours in his workshop. \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e instills all of his knowledge and amazing creativity in each piece he creates, which can range from something as simple, as a coffee cup, to a more elaborate piece, using the most intricate decorations, worthy of the awards he’s received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hands of this Zapotlan-born Artist, \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e Burnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e tell the story, customs and traditions of the people of Tonala, who gladly opened their doors for him and made him their adoptive son, a son who has proudly represented them in the most deserving of ways.\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\/_mtzJyrK5qY\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Pigeons Pozole Bowl, Petatillo Clay

Description Pozole, a quintessential Mexican tradition enjoyed for generations, serving it on a beautiful bowl...

$239.00

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Crafted by \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Geronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e, hand-molded and hand-painted, these beautiful \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e pieces have some of the most intricate and stunning hand-painted designs.\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 decoration. It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 30-40 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\u003e0.79\" high x 5.91\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.47 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Petatillo Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by the thoroughness with which spaces in between the main figures are carefully decorated, receiving millimetric interlaced lines that form patterns resembling those of a \u003cstrong\u003ePetate\u003c\/strong\u003e weave, hence the naming for such beautiful technique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colors mainly used for this technique are black and white, with designs that include nature-inspired motifs, therefor, there is a presence of green tones in these pieces, which are extracted from copper. With this pictorial weave of ideas, filled with minuteness and patience, spaces are filled in between trees, flowers, all kinds of animals, people, and even profoundly Mexican country landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the wonderful miracle of life, that is expressed in almost each and every one of his pieces, with pairs of every type; including peacocks, deer, birds, horses, butterflies, men and women surrounded by children, even using death motifs… “Because wherever there is life, there is also death”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the elaboration of these pieces, a very special type of clay is required, as fine and pure as possible, resulting in an incredible piece of art. This type of clay is sifted until it becomes a very fine sand, then, water is added to form a very soft, smooth, and malleable paste. It is with this clay paste that the molding of the pieces begins, using a wheel, from which vases, flower pots, and other creations come to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a piece is molded, it is left outside to dry for two to three days, being exposed directly to the sunlight for any humidity to evaporate. The pieces are then put through the first firing, with temperatures up to 1652 Fº degrees for timespans that range from 5 to 6 hours. Once the pieces cool down, the most laborious and artistic part of the process starts, a decoration process with the most fantastic designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery piece is painted with brushes made by the artisan himself using dog fur. Once the pieces are completely painted, they are then submerged in an enamel giving the piece a glossy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is then that the piece is fired again in the oven, reaching roughly 212 Fº degrees for eight hours. During this process, as if through magic, colors start to appear. As an end result, painted designs shimmer with a very special brightness, while also allowing the piece to be freed from any lead content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving precise control of temperatures is very important. If the piece does not receive the right amount of heat, the paint may start melting, ruining the design and causing cracks in the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is considered to be one of the great Potters of our time. Born in Zapotlan el Grande to a Potter family, and the oldest of 5 siblings, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e started exercising his profession and devotion for pottery. 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He also has won the “Premio Nacional de la Ceramica” award several times over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a serious personality, yet with a very peculiar sense of humor, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e is someone who loves his art and spends long hours in his workshop. \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e instills all of his knowledge and amazing creativity in each piece he creates, which can range from something as simple, as a coffee cup, to a more elaborate piece, using the most intricate decorations, worthy of the awards he’s received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hands of this Zapotlan-born Artist, \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e Burnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e tell the story, customs and traditions of the people of Tonala, who gladly opened their doors for him and made him their adoptive son, a son who has proudly represented them in the most deserving of ways.\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\/_mtzJyrK5qY\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Pigeons Coffee Cup Plate, Petatillo Clay

Description With beautiful strokes and contrasting tones, this beautiful dish and its pigeons are sure...

$69.00

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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. 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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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Newspaper-reading Dog, Betus Clay

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

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This piece’s attention to detail and delicate work, are a true testament of \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Artisan Geronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e’ work. Hand-molded and hand-painted, these beautiful \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e pieces have some of the most intricate and stunning hand-painted designs.\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 decoration. 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\u003e12.60\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.65 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Petatillo Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by the thoroughness with which spaces in between the main figures are carefully decorated, receiving millimetric interlaced lines that form patterns resembling those of a \u003cstrong\u003ePetate\u003c\/strong\u003e weave, hence the naming for such beautiful technique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colors mainly used for this technique are black and white, with designs that include nature-inspired motifs, therefor, there is a presence of green tones in these pieces, which are extracted from copper. With this pictorial weave of ideas, filled with minuteness and patience, spaces are filled in between trees, flowers, all kinds of animals, people, and even profoundly Mexican country landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the wonderful miracle of life, that is expressed in almost each and every one of his pieces, with pairs of every type; including peacocks, deer, birds, horses, butterflies, men and women surrounded by children, even using death motifs… “Because wherever there is life, there is also death”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the elaboration of these pieces, a very special type of clay is required, as fine and pure as possible, resulting in an incredible piece of art. This type of clay is sifted until it becomes a very fine sand, then, water is added to form a very soft, smooth, and malleable paste. It is with this clay paste that the molding of the pieces begins, using a wheel, from which vases, flower pots, and other creations come to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a piece is molded, it is left outside to dry for two to three days, being exposed directly to the sunlight for any humidity to evaporate. The pieces are then put through the first firing, with temperatures up to 1652 Fº degrees for timespans that range from 5 to 6 hours. Once the pieces cool down, the most laborious and artistic part of the process starts, a decoration process with the most fantastic designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery piece is painted with brushes made by the artisan himself using dog fur. Once the pieces are completely painted, they are then submerged in an enamel giving the piece a glossy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is then that the piece is fired again in the oven, reaching roughly 212 Fº degrees for eight hours. During this process, as if through magic, colors start to appear. As an end result, painted designs shimmer with a very special brightness, while also allowing the piece to be freed from any lead content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving precise control of temperatures is very important. If the piece does not receive the right amount of heat, the paint may start melting, ruining the design and causing cracks in the clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout the Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo Ramos Flores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe is considered to be one of the great Potters of our time. Born in Zapotlan el Grande to a Potter family, and the oldest of 5 siblings, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e started exercising his profession and devotion for pottery. It was during the 60’s, after losing his parents, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e decided to move to Tonala, Jalisco, at the young age of 15.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter 27 years in Tonala, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e had the opportunity to learn and became close to great artisans of the \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery technique, such as Pedro Chavez Bernabe, and Jose Antonio Mateo Nuño, producing several displays of his great talent. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e has not only worked with \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, he has mastered techniques such as \u003cstrong\u003eBurnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e and high temperature clay firing. He’s won several awards, on a Regional, State, and National level. He also has won the “Premio Nacional de la Ceramica” award several times over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a serious personality, yet with a very peculiar sense of humor, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e is someone who loves his art and spends long hours in his workshop. \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e instills all of his knowledge and amazing creativity in each piece he creates, which can range from something as simple, as a coffee cup, to a more elaborate piece, using the most intricate decorations, worthy of the awards he’s received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hands of this Zapotlan-born Artist, \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e Burnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e tell the story, customs and traditions of the people of Tonala, who gladly opened their doors for him and made him their adoptive son, a son who has proudly represented them in the most deserving of ways.\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\/_mtzJyrK5qY\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Nahuales Triad Dish, Petatillo Clay

Description A most inspiring piece, depicting a triad of Nahuales, magic shapeshifting entities that transform...

$339.00

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Hand-molded and hand-painted, these beautiful \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e pieces have some of the most intricate and stunning hand-painted designs.\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 decoration. 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.57\" high x 11.42\" wide x 16.93\" long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.75 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Petatillo Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by the thoroughness with which spaces in between the main figures are carefully decorated, receiving millimetric interlaced lines that form patterns resembling those of a \u003cstrong\u003ePetate\u003c\/strong\u003e weave, hence the naming for such beautiful technique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colors mainly used for this technique are black and white, with designs that include nature-inspired motifs, therefor, there is a presence of green tones in these pieces, which are extracted from copper. With this pictorial weave of ideas, filled with minuteness and patience, spaces are filled in between trees, flowers, all kinds of animals, people, and even profoundly Mexican country landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the wonderful miracle of life, that is expressed in almost each and every one of his pieces, with pairs of every type; including peacocks, deer, birds, horses, butterflies, men and women surrounded by children, even using death motifs… “Because wherever there is life, there is also death”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the elaboration of these pieces, a very special type of clay is required, as fine and pure as possible, resulting in an incredible piece of art. This type of clay is sifted until it becomes a very fine sand, then, water is added to form a very soft, smooth, and malleable paste. It is with this clay paste that the molding of the pieces begins, using a wheel, from which vases, flower pots, and other creations come to be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a piece is molded, it is left outside to dry for two to three days, being exposed directly to the sunlight for any humidity to evaporate. The pieces are then put through the first firing, with temperatures up to 1652 Fº degrees for timespans that range from 5 to 6 hours. Once the pieces cool down, the most laborious and artistic part of the process starts, a decoration process with the most fantastic designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery piece is painted with brushes made by the artisan himself using dog fur. Once the pieces are completely painted, they are then submerged in an enamel giving the piece a glossy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is then that the piece is fired again in the oven, reaching roughly 212 Fº degrees for eight hours. During this process, as if through magic, colors start to appear. As an end result, painted designs shimmer with a very special brightness, while also allowing the piece to be freed from any lead content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaving precise control of temperatures is very important. 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He also has won the “Premio Nacional de la Ceramica” award several times over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a serious personality, yet with a very peculiar sense of humor, \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e is someone who loves his art and spends long hours in his workshop. \u003cstrong\u003eGeronimo\u003c\/strong\u003e instills all of his knowledge and amazing creativity in each piece he creates, which can range from something as simple, as a coffee cup, to a more elaborate piece, using the most intricate decorations, worthy of the awards he’s received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hands of this Zapotlan-born Artist, \u003cstrong\u003ePetatillo \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e Burnished Clay\u003c\/strong\u003e tell the story, customs and traditions of the people of Tonala, who gladly opened their doors for him and made him their adoptive son, a son who has proudly represented them in the most deserving of ways.\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\/_mtzJyrK5qY\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Nahuales and Sun Tray, Petatillo Clay

Description Sporting beautiful green tones, adding up to the traditional color palette of Petatillo Clay,...

$539.00

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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. 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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"}

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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It is these same variations that make every item unique. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eElaboration times range from 30-40 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\u003e3.94\" high x 4.72\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.61 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Petatillo Clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacterized by the thoroughness with which spaces in between the main figures are carefully decorated, receiving millimetric interlaced lines that form patterns resembling those of a \u003cstrong\u003ePetate\u003c\/strong\u003e weave, hence the naming for such beautiful technique. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colors mainly used for this technique are black and white, with designs that include nature-inspired motifs, therefor, there is a presence of green tones in these pieces, which are extracted from copper. 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Large Coffee Cup, Petatillo Clay

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Dog Lovers sitting on a bench, Betus Clay

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