Oaxacan Dusk Oaxaca Barro Negro Triangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Jantana Bodies coiled into wavy patterns

Bodies coiled into wavy patterns

A group of women inspired by their wildlife in Zambia and the need to protect it

transforming traditional Balinese design motifs into feminine hoop earrings

From the intricate

with subtle oxidized contrasts

Oaxacan Dusk Oaxaca Barro Negro Triangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Jantana Bodies coiled into wavy patternsThis triangular 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