Oaxacan Dusk Oaxaca Barro Negro Triangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Jantana traditional in Balinese jewelry

traditional in Balinese jewelry

with subtle oxidized contrasts

and adorned with a dazzling faceted pear amethyst gemstone

Gleaming with the hues of tangerine fruits

Crocodile wood

Oaxacan Dusk Oaxaca Barro Negro Triangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Jantana traditional in Balinese jewelryThis 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