Cat - Swirly Mini Ceramic Plant Pot - Assorted
A sweet gift for indoor gardeners and cat lovers, this feline swirly pot is handcrafted by clay artist Bernardino in Arequipa, Peru, exclusively for Lucuma Designs. Each is hand-dipped and swirled in a one-of-a-kind color bath, a technique perfected by the artist. No two are alike! Gift box included. Has a drainage hole, and will hold small succulent or tiny plants! Color patterns are one-of-a-kind and vary. Price is for one pot.
Bernardino Arce, master ceramist
Born into a family of ceramists in Pucará, Puno, Peru, Bernardino Arce began working with clay as a child and later returned to the studio after studying architecture. Today, from his workshop in Arequipa, he creates ceramic pieces rooted in the ancient cultures, landscapes, and traditions of southern Peru.
Bernardino is best known for his bold, swirling patterns, formed with an engobe swirling technique inspired by Japanese water marbling. A technique perfected through innovation and years of experimentation. His designs often echo Colca Canyon embroidery, Toro Muerto petroglyphs, and Arequipa’s rich artistic heritage. As both maker and teacher, Bernardino has dedicated his life to keeping ceramic traditions alive, earning the distinguished title of “Amauta,” or great teacher, for his contributions to Peruvian craft.
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