Jarra de San Marcos Tlapazola

A traditional Oaxacan jarra made by Emererciana Martinez in San Marcos Tlapazola. This is a one-of-a-kind decorative or functional piece. -10 inches tall About Barro Rojo Barro Rojo or Red Clay is a traditional form of pottery made in San Marcos Tlapazola, a small town in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico. The creation process of these pieces takes weeks. The women begin by excavating earth from the fields and mountains close to their homes. Perfectly rounded pieces are made completely by hand, using only natural materials, such as corn cobs, to help shape the clay. Once the pot is made, the piece is set to dry, shaved down, coated in red clay, dried again, and polished by hand with a stone. The final step is the firing, which is done through a unique process in which the ceramics are placed in an outdoor fire pit with brush and branches to burn. Note Barro Rojo is a porous clay, it will absorb some water when filled. It is safe to eat and drink from. Color variations due to firing are a pa