Pair of Black Oaxacan Pottery Mezcal Jars from Mexico - 5" H X 5.5" Diam. (Each)

Pair of 1950s-1960s handmade black pottery jars from the Oaxaca Region in Mexico originally used to store and transport mezcal. These vintage pieces are round, unglazed, and unique due to natural imperfections from the firing process. Both are accompanied with woven stands and perfect to display in a commercial or residential bar or kitchen in a variety of settings from Southwestern to California Casual.     

Place of Origin: San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico

Date of Manufacture: 1950s-1960s

Condition: Very Good

Wear: Very good vintage condition given age and wear. Knicks on the body of one vessel and the lip of the other. No cracks exist. Please refer to pictures.

Dimensions: (Same Measurements)

Pottery Vessel: 5 in. H X 5.5 in. Diam.

Woven Stand: .75 in. H X 4 in. Diam. 

Reference:

National Geographic, Mexico's 'Pottery of the Night' is perfect for Day of the Dead by Rachna Sachasinh  

Folk Art Museum of Central Texas

Brander Museum of Folk Art

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