Ceramic Coaster set | Posada Catrina.

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Description

Artisan-made drink coasters that celebrate Day of the Dead year-round with our Posada Catrina ceramic coasters. These functional quality-made trivets perfectly capture the character and culture of Mexican Folk art. Each trivet is artisan crafted with relief-style painting. This is an artisan technique that gives the pattern a unique textured appearance. Collectors of authentic Dia de los Muertos artifacts will appreciate the artwork inspired by "La Calavera" Cerca 1888. Made from Dense and durable ceramic that is kiln fired with protective glaze. Each trivet is fitted with cork padding on the bottom and safe for high heat/kitchen use, painted on all sides except the bottom. Shop our entire collection of Day of the Dead-inspired coaster sets in several different colorful and unique designs.

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Components

  1. Hand-Painted Coaster 4-piece set.
  2. Individual coasters are fitted with cork padding on bottom.
  3. Bound together with hemp twine.

Dimensions

Dimensions | Weight.

  • 4"squared x .5" thick / 10cm x .75cm
  • Weight: .5lbs / 8oz 

*Dimensions and weight of individual coaster.

  • Weight of 4piece set: 2Lbs / 32oz

How It's Made

Each ceramic trivet/coaster goes through a double-high kiln-fire process.
The 1st bake allows the raw clay to cure and harden before individual tiles are hand-painted with lead-free glass compound natural paint.
The 2nd bake is done in a high-fire kiln with a glass compound protective glaze finish. This bake occurs in a high-fire gas powered kiln for several hours where temperatures reach 1800˚F. The intense heat creates a reaction where the glass compounds transform into a glossy protective glaze coat. Hand painted on all sides except the bottom.
Because tiles & coasters are individually hand-painted each piece will vary slightly from the next. These artisanal qualities impart authentic personality and wholly unique presence.

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Artisan Story

The original Catrina artwork on each trivet was adapted from José Guadalupe Posada (the father of the Catrina). ”La Calavera Catrina" was originally sketched in 1888 by one of Mexico’s first & most infamous satirical cartoonist José Guadalupe Posada.

Born in a small town located in the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico on February 2, 1852. As a boy Posada was educated by his older brother. Cirilo taught his younger brother how to read, write, and draw. This small but significant bit of education would prove to be a critical asset to Posada as he matured to become a Mexican political printmaker and engraver. Posada’s work has influenced many Latin American artists and cartoonists because of its satirical acuteness and social engagement. He used skulls, calaveras, and skeletons to make political and cultural critiques.

To learn more about the Relief painting artistry, and experience the artisan process behind our glazed ceramic. Read more>>

Relief Painting, Lasting Beauty Is All About The Little Details.

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Care & Handling
Hand-Crafted (FPO)