Art and Design
Barro negro from Mexico
Barro negro pottery ("black clay") is a style of
pottery from Oaxaca, Mexico, distinguished by its color, sheen and
unique designs. Oaxaca is one of few Mexican states which is
characterized by the continuance of its ancestral crafts, which are
still used in everyday life. Barro negro is one of several pottery
traditions in the state, which also include the glazed green pieces of
Santa María Atzompa; however, barro negro is one of the best known and
most identified with the state. It is also one of the most popular
styles of pottery in Mexico.
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