Handcrafted in Olinalá, Guerrero, Mexico, this medium sized, raspberry pink gourd bowl is decorated using the traditional art of maque, an ancestral Mexican lacquer technique, and very finely painted details. Artisans carefully apply and polish successive layers of mineral-based pigments and oils, creating a smooth, luminous finish that transforms the humble gourd into a beautiful work of folk art.
These charming containers can hold sewing kits, tea bags, sweetener packs, or garlic cloves, spices and similar dry items that don’t stain its sensitive surface. They are also a great jewlery box. This bowl should NOT be used for serving liquids, salads, fruit and similar, as the contents will damage the delicate maque finish.
Today, they celebrate the ingenuity of Mexican craftsmanship, bringing together natural materials, traditional techniques, and the artistry passed down through generations of Olinalá artisans. Each piece is unique, with subtle variations that reflect its handmade character.
Raspberry Pink inside, Dark Raspberry outside, with finely painted borders. Only piece.
D 17cm (6.75”), H 10cm (4")
Care instructions: Avoid placing this piece in direct sunlight. Use a very soft, clean, dry brush or soft cloth with minimal pressure, provided the finish is stable. Avoid wet cloths, water, alcohol, acetone, furniture polish, wax, oils, and abrasive sponges.