Oaxacan Flower Oaxaca Barro Negro Rectangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Travel Hand painted design

Hand painted design

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Oaxacan Flower Oaxaca Barro Negro Rectangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Travel Hand painted designThis rectangular barro negro pencil holder is handcrafted by artisan Anakarem of Oaxaca, who works as a team with his father. Barro negro, literally translated as 'black mud,' is a type of pottery from clay only found in Oaxaca, Mexico, and crafted using traditional methods. The black color comes from the clay itself, enhanced during the firing process. This pencil holder has a flower on each side made through a combination of embossing and decorative