Rostro Ancestral – Clay Tumbler with Face from Atzompa

Rostro Ancestral – Clay Tumbler with Face from Atzompa

Crafted by Ana Martínez and her family in Santa María Atzompa, Oaxaca, this expressive clay tumbler features hand-sculpted ancestral faces inspired by Indigenous Zapotec identity. Shaped and fired without glaze, each piece is burnished by flame to reveal earthy tones, subtle textures, and striking originality.

Use it as a mezcal cup, an altar offering vessel, or a sculptural accent. Whether filled or standing alone, this tumbler carries memory, craft, and meaning in its form.

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Details:

• Size: 3.3 in wide × 5 in tall

• Capacity: 15 oz

• Material: Burnt clay (barro quemado)

• Origin: Santa María Atzompa, Oaxaca

• Finish: Unglazed, wood-fired

• Care: Hand wash only; not microwave or dishwasher safe

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No two are the same—each face tells a silent story from Oaxaca’s ancestral clay.