Handcrafted Mexican Black Clay Cup made from authentic Mexican clay (barro negro), featuring a bold spiked design with a smooth black metallic finish. Perfect for modern drinkware or as a unique artisanal decor piece

Hand holding a handcrafted Spiked Mexican Black Clay Pottery Cup made from authentic Mexican black clay (barro negro), featuring a bold spiked design with a smooth black metallic finish. Perfect for modern drinkware or as a unique artisanal decor piece.

Handcrafted Spiked Black Clay Cups made from authentic Mexican black clay (barro negro), featuring a bold spiked design with a smooth black metallic finish. Perfect for modern drinkware or as a unique artisanal decor piece.

Two Spiked Mexican Black Clay Cup made from authentic Mexican black clay (barro negro), featuring a bold spiked design with a smooth black metallic finish. Perfect for modern drinkware or as a unique artisanal decor pieces.

Closeup of a handcrafted Spiked Black Clay Cup made from authentic Mexican black clay (barro negro), featuring a bold spiked design with a smooth black metallic finish. Perfect for modern drinkware or as a unique artisanal decor piece.

Handcrafted Spiked Black Clay Cup made from authentic Mexican black clay (barro negro), featuring a bold spiked design with a smooth black metallic finish. Perfect for modern drinkware or as a unique artisanal decor piece. Pictured in a table setting.

Familia Ortiz

Black Clay (Barro Negro) Spikes Cup

$45.00

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Single
Set of Two (Save $2)

Why We Love It
This Spiked Black Clay Cup is a striking fusion of traditional Mexican craftsmanship and modern design. Handcrafted from authentic Mexican black clay in San Bartolo de Coyotepec, this vase showcases a bold spiked design honoring the Pochote tree, a native tree with prominent thorns.

Each spike on this cup is formed and applied by hand in a labor-intensive process. The black metallic finish highlights the beauty of the barro, known for its durability and unique smoky hues derived from ancient Oaxacan firing techniques.

Unglazed black ceramic is the tradition in San Bartolo, resulting in lead-free, food-safe ceramics. Ideal for those who appreciate artisan craftsmanship and contemporary design, this cup is both functional and decorative.

Más Info

Featured

Holds 12 oz
Approximate Size: 4.25" H x 3.25" D
Made from 100% Mexican black clay (barro negro)
No glaze or dyes are used, the clay acquires its color from the special mud in Coyotepec and the smoke used when baked.
Unique spiked design with a smooth matte finish
A statement piece for your kitchen or dining set
Each cup is completely handcrafted without a potters wheel, resulting in a one-of-a-kind piece of art.

Handcrafted • Artisanal • Plastic-free • Food Safe • Lead-free

How to use

Not microwave or dishwasher safe. Handwash and let it fully dry before next use. Since this is unglazed ceramic, water may permeate if left in the cup for long periods. Wipe any water residue with a damp cloth.

Ingredients

Made from 100% Mexican black clay (barro negro)

about the brand:

Familia Ortiz

BARRO NEGRO CERAMICS

For four generations, the Familia Ortiz have been crafting barro negro, a revered Oaxacan black pottery tradition. Their artistry not only preserves this time-honored craft, but also sustains 10 families in their community.

Hand-shaped in San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Barro Negro (meaning "black clay") is known for its deep, smoky hue, and natural sheen. This ancient pottery dates back to the Monte Alban period (500 BC), where it was originally crafted into jars and vessels. Today it remains a living tradition of Zapotec and Mixtec artisans, embodying centuries of cultural heritage and craftsmanship.

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