Oaxacan Barro Negro Incense Burner Bowl — Handcrafted Zapotec Pottery from Santa María Atzompa

Handcrafted in Santa María Atzompa, Oaxaca by the Martínez family, this Barro Negro Incense Burner Bowlembodies the ancient pottery traditions of the Zapotec culture. Each piece is shaped by hand from locally sourced clay, carefully purified and formed using age-old techniques that have been passed down through generations.

The bowl is fired in a traditional kiln, a process that transforms the clay into its signature deep black color while enhancing its natural sheen and texture. Designed for burning incense, resin, or charcoal, this piece offers both function and presence—grounding ritual practice in ancestral craftsmanship.

More than an incense burner, this bowl is a living expression of Zapotec heritage. Each one carries subtle variations in form, tone, and finish, honoring the handmade process and the lineage of artisans who continue these sacred traditions. A meaningful addition to any altar, meditation space, or sacred home.

Why You’ll Love This Piece

• Handcrafted in Santa María Atzompa, Oaxaca

• Made by a Zapotec artisan family using traditional techniques

• Formed from locally sourced barro negro clay

• Fired in a traditional kiln for rich black color and sheen

• Designed for incense, resin, or charcoal burning

• Each piece is one of a kind

• Supports artisan-made, culturally rooted craftsmanship

Suggested Uses

• Burning copal or resin with charcoal

• Incense rituals and ceremonies

• Altar or sacred space centerpiece

• Decorative ritual object for the home

Product Details

• Origin: Santa María Atzompa, Oaxaca, Mexico

• Material: Barro Negro (black clay ceramic)

• Craft: Hand-shaped, traditionally kiln-fired

• Design: Incense burner bowl

• Finish: Natural black sheen

• Each piece will vary slightly due to its handmade nature

• Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 3 in (12.7 x 12.7 x 7.6 cm)

Important Notes

• Natural variations in color, texture, and shape are expected

• Always place on a heat-safe surface

• Never leave burning incense unattended