Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set
Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set

Armadillo Red Clay Tea Set

$380.00
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Hand-burnished by Elia Mateo, this stunning tea set is a masterwork of barro rojo from the Central Valleys of Oaxaca. Traditionally, the armadillo is revered by the Zapotec people as a "guardian of the seeds," a protector of the soil and the life-giving corn crop. As a member of the Mujeres del Barro Rojo collective in San Marcos Tlapazola, Elia preserves ancestral techniques by hand-modeling local clay and achieving a radiant, silky sheen through meticulous burnishing with quartz stones. This characterful set includes an armadillo teapot, four cups, and a matching tray, celebrating both indigenous folklore and the economic independence of women artists.

Tea Pot = Height: 7 in | Width: 10 in | Diameter: 6.5 in | Weight: 6.2 lbs | Tea Cup = Height: 2.5 in | Width: 2.5 in | Diameter: 2.5 in

Currently we only ship in the U.S. Please allow 3-5 business days for your order to be processed and shipped.

Once an order has been shipped, an email will be sent to the email address provided on the order with your shipment's tracking information.

Policy:
All sales are final. Folk Heart Cafe maintains a strict no-return and no-exchange policy because our collection consists of one-of-a-kind, handmade, and fragile artisanal objects.

Shipping & Insurance:
All shipments are fully insured at no additional cost to you. Should a piece arrive damaged, Folk Heart Cafe will handle the entire claims process with our shipping carrier. To assist us, we simply ask that you notify us immediately and provide photos of the damage and original packaging so we can file the claim and resolve the issue for you.

*Due to the handmade nature of our products, slight variations in color, texture, and dimensions are natural and are part of the character and authenticity of each piece.
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About the artist

Elia Mateo

Elia Mateo is a master Zapotec potter from the "red clay village" of San Marcos Tlapazola, Oaxaca, where she continues a tradition passed down through more than seven generations of women in her family. Her work is deeply rooted in a spiritual and intimate connection with the earth, utilizing ancient hand-building techniques that eschew the potter’s wheel in favor of tools like corncobs, gourd shells, and smooth river stones for burnishing. A member of the Mujeres del Barro Rojo cooperative, Elia creates elegant, functional, and decorative pieces that celebrate Zapotec cultural heritage while advocating for the artistic and economic empowerment of Indigenous women.

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All the little things you might wonder

  • Every piece in this collection was purchased at the artist's full asking price.

    We believe in honoring the mastery, heart, and immense time that goes into these living traditions. By paying fairly and directly, we aim to support the livelihoods of the families we work with and help preserve these incredible histories for generations to come.

  • Every item is hand-selected during my travels, looking for pieces that feel "raw" and authentic rather than mass-produced. I focus on finding works that tell a story of a specific place and people, often visiting remote regions to find traditional art that isn't found in typical markets. I look for the beauty in the "imperfections" that only human hands can create.

  • Yes, everything is hand-made and one-of-a-kind! Due to the handmade nature of our products, slight variations in color, texture, and dimensions are natural and are part of the character and authenticity of each piece.

  • Please allow 3-5 business days for your order to be processed and shipped.

    Once an order has been shipped, an email will be sent to the email address provided on the order with your shipment's tracking information. Customers are responsible for monitoring the delivery of their shipment once an order has left us.

    Please note that once an order is shipped it cannot be cancelled or changed. We cannot change the shipping address or the shipping method selected.

  • Policy:
    All sales are final. Folk Heart Cafe maintains a strict no-return and no-exchange policy because our collection consists of one-of-a-kind, handmade, and fragile artisanal objects.

    Shipping & Insurance:
    All shipments are fully insured at no additional cost to you. Should a piece arrive damaged, Folk Heart Cafe will handle the entire claims process with our shipping carrier. To assist us, we simply ask that you notify us immediately and provide photos of the damage and original packaging so we can file the claim and resolve the issue for you.

  • Currently, we do not offer international shipping. We only ship within the U.S.