Glazed Clay Candelabra — Three-Armed Cactus in Red and Green

A three-armed cactus candelabra in polychrome glazed clay from San José de la Laguna, Michoacán. The vivid red and green palette and sculptural cactus form are characteristic of the Barro Vidriado tradition at its most exuberant — a piece that brings warmth, color, and artisanal precision to any interior.

Dimensions:

0" L x 14.57" W x 11.81" H

Condition:

Excellent. New.

Craft:

Each piece in this collection was selected through a juried competition at the Domingo de Ramos tianguis in Uruapan, Michoacán — one of Mexico's most celebrated popular art markets. These are works by master artisans of the region, made by hand using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Minor variations in color, texture, and finish are inherent to the handmade process and are part of what makes each piece singular.

Made in Michoacán:

Barro Vidriado — glazed clay — is one of the most traditional ceramic forms of Michoacán, practiced across the region for centuries. The polychrome pieces from San José de la Laguna are celebrated for their vivid color, intricate surface work, and sculptural ambition. Each piece is hand-modeled, painted with mineral-based glazes, and fired in wood kilns by master ceramicists who have inherited this tradition across generations.

Origin:

San José de la Laguna, Michoacán, Mexico