Oaxaca Pottery

Primitive styled terracotta pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1980s. Primitive, rudimentary pottery is characteristic of the area.

Primitive styled terracotta vessel from San Lorenzo Texmelucan, Oaxaca.

Ceramic mezcal pot from San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico. Engraved 1957. Used to transport mezcal or pulque by way of donkey from harvest villages. Its egg-shape ensures the hig...

Ceramic wide mouth water pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, circa mid 20th century. Two discerning elements about Mixteca pottery are the form and the color of the clay once fired.

Black clay mezcal pot from San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, circa 1960's. Lightly engraved "Pedro" on one side and "Porfirio" on the opposite side. Pedro Porfirio seems to have been a ...

Primitive clay seed bowl with handle from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, circa 1950´s.

San Bartolo is known for its source of black clay pottery.

Pair of very unusual water jars from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico. Little is known about these rare pieces. From the patina and wear, it is our belief that these jars date fr...

Black clay ceramic maize and bean pot rinser with engraved flowers from Mexico. Typical pottery from San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, 1950's era.

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

Black clay mezcal jug from Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1940´s.

Terracotta water jar from the coast of Oaxaca, circa early 20th century.

Terracotta pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1980´s

Primitive styled terracotta pitcher from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1970´s.

Set of 4 - 19th century colonial terracotta jars from Oaxaca, Mexico. Measurements are the following: 24.5" high x 18" diameter 23" high x 21" diameter 24.5" high x 19" diameter 21...

Terracotta water pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1940´s. The shape is characteristic of pottery in the area.

Hand crafted ceramic pitcher form the indigenous Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1940´s.

Terracotta water pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico. Significant burn markings during the firing.

Pair of ceramic mezcal vessels from Central Oaxaca, circa 1950´s. Both have a nice hue or pigmentation of iron oxide from the earth and mud where they once lay.

About the artist: Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural colo...

About the artist: Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural colo...

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

This rustic serve ware platter can be used for fruit or to serve any special canapés. Lead free, this cozy piece brightens up the space with tradition and simpleness. In the hear...

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

This style of pottery is created in a tear drop style. The initial "M" is polished by hand onto the vessel with the name "Mateo" polished underneath the initial.

It is likely that the inspiration for the style of this Wedgwood jar was barro negro pottery ("black clay") which is a style of Mexican Native American pottery from Oaxaca, Mexico wh...

As a community leader with deep ties to artisans across Mexico, Calderon’s philanthropic efforts includes the role of President of Organization for Huajes Valley Network in Oaxaca, M...

As a community leader with deep ties to artisans across Mexico, Calderon’s philanthropic efforts includes the role of President of Organization for Huajes Valley Network in Oaxaca, M...

Primitive charcoal colored ceramic jar from San Lorenzo Texmelucan, Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1940s.

Mid-20th century small mouth ceramic water pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca.

Pair of terracotta water jars from San Pedro Cajonos, Oaxaca.

This item is a large early 20th century terracotta pot from Juchitan, Oaxaca. The jar was once used to store water from nearby rivers. The wide and tall form is characteristic of the...

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

Dolores Porras Enríquez (1937) is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and...

Terracotta pot from Central Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1970´s. Based on its conical form, this pot used for storing water is from the Mixe region of Oaxaca, in particular the relatively r...

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

Black clay ceramic mezcal pot from Coyotepec, Oaxaca 1950´s. The jug has paint remnants scattered throughout.

Early 20th century Mixteca jar from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico. Excellent form and markings. The vessel is of unusual size and style. These pots were used in the early to m...

Hand crafted terracotta waterpot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, circa 1960´s.

Terracotta vessel from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, circa 1940´s. Strong form and workmanship.

Terracotta Water Pot from the Mixteca region of Oaxaca, Mexico, Circa 1960´s.

Mixteca ceramic vessel with handles, circa 1940´s.

Dolores portrays the flora from her garden in Santa María Atzompa, Oaxaca. About the artist: Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being t...

About the artist: Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural colo...

Dolores Porras Enríquez (1937) is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and...

Dolores Porras Enríquez is widely known throughout Mexico and the world for being the creator of a technique rooted in the land of Oaxaca: pottery in natural color, glazed and decora...

Three attractive and functional planters from Oaxaca Mexico. One pot has the Dona Rosa signature. Dona Rosa (Mexican, d. 1980), is known for inventing a technique to make the local c...

A black pottery bird form sculpture By Carlos Salas Oaxaca Mexico Second half of 20th century.

Artist-signed Dona Rosa Oaxaca, Mexico in very nice condition. Doña Rosa, full name Rosa Real Mateo de Nieto, was a Mexican ceramics artisan from San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Me...

This rustic serve ware platter can be used for fruit or to serve any special canapés. Lead free, this cozy piece brightens up the space with tradition and simpleness. In the hear...

Artist-signed large three footed Dona Rosa Oaxaca, Mexico in very nice condition. Doña Rosa, full name Rosa Real Mateo de Nieto, was a Mexican ceramics artisan from San Bartolo Co...

Custom made piece by pottery artisan Silvia Martínez, containing: - 1 large mouth on top - 3 small mouths on each side - 1 handle on each side at the bottom part of the vessel ...

Beautiful Mexican ceramic vase made with cooked clay and decorated with acrylic paint. The vessel represents the traditional dance for the good harvest and fertility, practiced st...