Blue Glazed Clay Horse | San José de Gracia, Michoacán | Iturbe Mansion Artisans Collection

Decorative horse made of blue glazed clay, an emblematic piece of pottery from San José de Gracia, Michoacán. Inspired by popular tradition, this piece has a slot to be used as a piggy bank. This work is part of the Mansión Iturbe Artisans Collection, an exclusive curation that brings the mastery of Michoacán folk art to digital collecting.

Each piece is molded and detailed by hand by women artisans, a process that directly promotes female empowerment and the economic development of their communities.

Technical Data Sheet

• Brand: Mansión Iturbe Artisans Collection

• Material: Natural clay with vitreous (enameled) finish

• Origin: San José de Gracia, Michoacán, Mexico

• Technique: Traditional high-temperature pottery

• Color: Intense cobalt blue (monochromatic)

• Dimensions: Height 18 x 20 cm Length 10 cm Width

Social Impact and Green Business

• Female Empowerment: Direct acquisition from women master potters under fair trade schemes, strengthening the financial autonomy of their families. This piece was made by Doña Luz, from San José de Gracia, Michoacán.

• Green Business Model: Artisanal production with a low carbon footprint and respect for the natural cycles of raw materials.

• Sustainable Packaging: We use recyclable materials and high-protection packaging techniques to eliminate single-use plastics in our shipments.

Authenticity and Care

Due to its 100% handmade nature, each horse has unique features. Small variations in the shade of blue or in the modeling details are a signature of its manual craftsmanship and exclusivity.

• Maintenance: Clean only with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not use abrasive chemicals.

• Piece selected under the quality standards of the Mansión Iturbe curation.