Handmade from locally sourced organic clay for artisanal quality and uniqueness
High-fired at 1260°C (230°F) for increased density and reduced porosity
Wood ash is added for distinctive surface coloration
Semi-vitrified finish enhances durability and resistance to wear
Developed in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, a UNESCO World Heritage site for ceramic tradition
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Cotto, a Terra Cotta love story.
Cotto (from the Italian terra cotta or "baked earth") is part of a long line of fired clays that date back to the dawn of civilization itself. From Egyptian water jugs to Chinese roof tiles to Roman bricks terra cotta has been part of the human story for as long as we've had an alphabet. The materials tha