Vintage Atzompa Oaxaca Terracotta Wall Pocket Planter with Orange Flower

Note: "Original decorative handle is missing (broken off)"

This terracotta planter from Atzompa, Oaxaca, Mexico, is crafted using the Pastillaje technique, where clay motifs are applied to the surface and then hand-painted. The decoration features an orange flower with a blue center and green leaves. Originally, the planter included a decorative handle, but it has broken off over time. A hole on the back allows for wall mounting, making it suitable as a hanging planter. The base includes a drainage hole for planting use.

Size
Overall: approx. 10.5"W x 9.5"D x 8"H
Condition
Original decorative handle is missing (broken off)
Minor chips and wear around the rim and body
Stable overall and functional as a planter
Origin & Technique
Origin: Atzompa, Oaxaca, Mexico

Technique: Pastillaje (appliqué method where clay is layered to form decorative reliefs)