Palopo Tarro Mug (Green Blue White)
Description
Details
Material: Handcrafted ceramic made with locally sourced volcanic clay from the Lake Atitlán region
Origin: Guatemala
Artisan Partner: Ceramic Artisans of San Antonio Palopó
Size: Approximately 18 oz
Care:
Handmade
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Hand-Painted in San Antonio Palopó
Each piece is shaped from volcanic clay and hand-painted by artisans in San Antonio Palopó, a lakeside Guatemalan town known for its distinctive ceramic tradition.
What makes this pottery special?
Each piece is handmade and hand-painted in San Antonio Palopó, a lakeside town in Guatemala known for its beautiful ceramic tradition. The pottery is made with locally sourced volcanic clay from the Lake Atitlán region, then painted with tiny, repeating teardrop patterns that create the color, movement, and personality Palopó ceramics are known for.
Why do the patterns vary slightly?
Because every mug and mini plate is painted by hand, the small variations are part of the charm. One line may curve a little differently, one brushstroke may be slightly thicker, and one pattern may have its own tiny rhythm. That’s the good stuff—the quiet proof that your piece passed through human hands, not a factory line.
Care Instructions
Palopó pottery is made to be enjoyed, not hidden in a cabinet for “fancy someday.” These pieces are lead-free and safe for everyday use. They are dishwasher safe, though hand washing is always gentler over time. They are also microwave safe, but like most handmade ceramics, avoid sudden temperature changes.
Meet the Artisans
Ceramic Artisans of San Antonio Palopó
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