Oaxacan Dusk Oaxaca Barro Negro Triangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Kanda town criers play a noble

town criers play a noble roll in keeping communities informed

an angel spreads feathery wings

malnutrition

Expressing Africa's rich mask traditions

which provides sustainable employment to some of the most economically disadvantaged artisans in the country

Oaxacan Dusk Oaxaca Barro Negro Triangular Floral Ceramic Pencil Holder Kanda town criers play a nobleThis 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