Clay Face Cup

These stunning face mugs are handcrafted in San Bartolo Coyotepec, Oaxaca by the skilled artisans, sisters Andrea & Estrella who specialize in creating the renowned barro negro, or black clay. Each mug & plate is carefully shaped by hand and fired in an underground wood kiln, resulting in a distinctive color palette due to the thick black smoke. Handcrafted using 100% natural clay and hand shaped with traditional Zapotec-inspired faces.

Key Features:

• Made of locally-sourced barro negro.
• No dyes are used.
• Each piece is one of a kind as no molds or potter's wheels are used.
• Color, shape & size may vary due to the nature of the clay.
• Matching plate is included.
• Sold individually

** Get the matching creamer to complete the set! **

MEASUREMENTS:
Each mug is approximately 3.5" in diameter x 3" tall. Holds approximately 1 cup/ 8oz.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Barro Negro is not microwave or dishwasher safe. Always hand-wash with mild detergent. Do not expose clay to sudden temperature changes to prevent cracking.
The barro negro clay is baked at low temperatures and unglazed, which makes it prone to absorbing some odors. Wash several times before first use to eliminate debris from the oven. If you find the smell persists, artisans recommend soaking it overnight in warm water or milk and/or placing it in an airtight container covered in coffee beans.