**Please note that these are all unique items and no two are the same. Photos are to show examples of finished product only. Products received will differ slightly.**
 
This beautifully handcrafted and hand painted authentic Talavera ceramic cross is the perfect addition to any room. A simplistic piece that still lends a luxurious touch due to it's unique one of a kind nature is sure to be a conversation starter. 
 
PERFECT GIFT – Each cross comes in a carefully packaged box, perfect for any occasion: birthdays, weddings, housewarmings, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and more.
 
WHY IS THIS PIECE SO SPECIAL? - Handcrafted in Mexico by artisans of Puebla, this exquisite piece features an authentic Talavera ceramic made from the earth surrounding the massive volcano Popocatépetl (which means "smoking mountain" in Nahuatl, the ancient language of the Aztecs). A special mixture of clays using the volcanic ash that mixes with the soil is then kiln fired at 800° C (1472°F). Next, each piece is hand-painted using only six specific pigments, which come from natural minerals native to the surrounding region. A thick tin glaze puts the essential touch on each piece, and a final firing process makes Talavera pottery extremely durable. Each piece can take up to one month to complete, and must follow the traditional techniques used in the 17th century in order to be considered authentic.
 
HANDCRAFTED AND UNIQUE - Due to the nature of hand painting and crafting, each cross is unique. Variations and imperfections are to be expected and are normal. 
 
SIZE  - 7"L x 5"W