Pair of vintage Barro Negro black pottery candleholders from Mexico. They have a smooth black finish and could be paired with other pieces from our collection. They would make for great accents in a range of décor styles from Southwestern... to Mid-Century or Spanish Colonial Revival.
Place of Origin: San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico
Date of Manufacture: 1960s
Condition: Good. Please see note.
Wear: Rim on one candleholder has been broken and paint repair has been made. Imperfection has been taken into account with price. Please refer to photos.
Dimensions:
Both Candleholders (Each):
8.25 in. H X (Base) 3.75 in. Diam. (Pentagon)
Candle Openings (Each):
(Opening) .75 in. W, (Rim) 2.75 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
Explore more Mexican Pottery at Our Taste Design.