Handcrafted Barro Negro Carita Mug | Oaxacan Black Clay
Handcrafted Barro Negro Carita Mug | Oaxacan Black Clay
Handcrafted Barro Negro Carita Mug | Oaxacan Black Clay
Handcrafted Barro Negro Carita Mug | Oaxacan Black Clay
Handcrafted Barro Negro Carita Mug | Oaxacan Black Clay
Handcrafted Barro Negro Carita Mug | Oaxacan Black Clay

Barro Negro Carita Mug

£25.00

Barro Negro Carita Mug (150ml) – San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca

Perfect for your morning coffee, afternoon tea or even a cheeky hot chocolate, this Carita Mug is a handcrafted piece with real character.

Made by Fidel and his wife Lorena in San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, using the region's iconic Barro Negro (black clay). Fidel has been perfecting this family craft for 50 years, and each piece can take up to 7 days to create. The distinctive sheen and character of this pottery reflect centuries of tradition and ancestral skill.

Please note that as each piece is handmade, slight variations may occur, making every item beautifully unique. Our Barro Negro is Lead free.

Barro Negro Carita Mug (150ml) – San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca

Perfect for your morning coffee, afternoon tea or even a cheeky hot chocolate, this Carita Mug is a handcrafted piece with real character.

Made by Fidel and his wife Lorena in San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, using the region's iconic Barro Negro (black clay). Fidel has been perfecting this family craft for 50 years, and each piece can take up to 7 days to create. The distinctive sheen and character of this pottery reflect centuries of tradition and ancestral skill.

Please note that as each piece is handmade, slight variations may occur, making every item beautifully unique. Our Barro Negro is Lead free.

  • Natural pigments may leave a slight residue when touched, this is normal and not harmful. Hand wash only and let it fully dry before next use. Barro Negro is fired at low temperatures, so it's not suitable for microwave or dishwasher.

  • Standard UK delivery is £4.95 (48-hour tracked) — or free on orders over £50. Need it quicker? Express (24-hour tracked) is £8.95.

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  • Changed your mind? Contact us within 7 days of receiving your order to arrange a return. Items must be unused, in original condition — return shipping is covered by the customer. Full details on our Shipping & Returns page.

The Story Behind It

Maker: Fidel & Lorena

Years practising: 50 years

Origin: San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca

Material: Barro Negro (Black clay)

Technique: Traditionally made without a potter’s wheel, hand-shaped, burnishing before firing, carved & pierced decoration and stone-polished.

Time to make: Each piece can take up to 7 days

Learned through: Family tradition

A note from the maker: Every detail on your piece is one of a kind, so please treasure it. The clay from San Bartolo Coyotepec is naturally lead-free, and its signature black colour comes from the traditional firing method – not paint or glaze.

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