This planter is 100% terracotta clay. Hand molded from a mixture raw earthenware sediments fired in traditional kiln heated naturally by wood and brush. A common technique used by indigenous ceramicist of Mexico. Their quality work has allowed these lil' terracotta pots to retain durability and resiliency.
Decades of exposure to the elements, moisture and oxidization has transformed the terracotta's surface. Revealing an variegation of textures and earthen colors, shades of green from the natural moss that once grew over the terracotta. Dusty Umber & smokey taupe to shades of slate, with spots of ash white, & smokey beige. A horizon of natural color and texture varies around the entire surface and interior. Some areas may exhibit mild deterioration, these areas do not compromise the structure the density or resiliency of this one of a kind vessel. Rather they add to the vessels personality & authenticity.