Burnished Clay Jaguar Pitcher - Brown

Burnished Clay Jaguar Pitcher - BrownA jaguar shaped pitcher (called cntaro in Mexico), hand made, hand painted, carefully burnished using the river stones and finished in a fire. The jaguar motif is frequently found in Mexican mythology and ethnic arts, but this one is especially carefully created, and thoughtfully adorned with natural elements like flowers, birds, rain and wings. Used for storing liquids, like water or wine. Cntaro is a precious piece in every Mexican home, and a

Made by don Melesio

Made in Guerrero

Medium: H 22-24cm (9-10”)

navy and cherry stitches

There can be no doubt that this is a living and growing tradition

Have you ever served the freshly cut slices of tomato

Mariana Keisalo

The copies may not have stood the test of time as well as the originals

Large serving plate

Written by: Fernando Benítez

Roger Caillois

historical figures