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The Carmen del Viboral Range

Hand painted crockery by skilled ceramic artists in the colourful town of Carmen del Viboral, Colombia. Designed to be mixed and matched this range, let your imagination be your guide. 

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Helecho Dinner Plate Teal — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Helecho Dinner Plate Rust Red — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Dark Helecho Side Plate Rust Red — white fern wreath on deep terracotta ground, main view
Helecho Serving Platter Set of 2 | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Rust Red
Helecho Bowl | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Rust Red
Dark Helecho Dinner Plate Rust Red — white fern wreath on deep terracotta ground, main view
Helecho Side Plate Rust Red — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Helecho Salad Bowl | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Rust Red
Flor Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Rust Red
Dark Flor Side Plate | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Rust Red
Flor Bowl | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Rust Red
Flor Salad Bowl | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Rust Red
Ondas Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Ripple Ceramic, Rust Red
Cascos Side Plate | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Rust Red
Cascos Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Rust Red
Ondas Side Plate | Hand-Painted Ripple Ceramic, Rust Red
Cascos Bowl | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Rust Red
Helecho Salad Bowl | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Jet Black
Helecho Dinner Plate Jet Black — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Dark Helecho Side Plate Jet Black — white fern wreath on deep black ground, main view
Helecho Side Plate Fern Green — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Helecho Serving Platter Set of 2 | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Jet Black
Helecho Side Plate Jet Black — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Helecho Bowl | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Jet Black
Cascos Salad Bowl | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Jet Black
Cascos Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Jet Black
Ondas Side Plate | Hand-Painted Ripple Ceramic, Jet Black
Cascos Side Plate | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Jet Black
Cascos Bowl | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Jet Black
Dark Helecho Dinner Plate Fern Green — white fern wreath on deep green ground, main view
Helecho Dinner Plate Fern Green — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Dark Helecho Side Plate Fern Green — white fern wreath on deep green ground, main view
Helecho Bowl | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Fern Green
Flor Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Fern Green
Dark Flor Side Plate | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Fern Green
Flor Bowl | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Fern Green
Ondas Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Ripple Ceramic, Fern Green
Cascos Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Fern Green
Cascos Side Plate | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Fern Green
Helecho Side Plate Golden Yellow — hand-painted fern wreath ceramic, main view
Flor de Lis Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Golden Yellow
Ondas Side Plate | Hand-Painted Ripple Ceramic, Fern Green
Cascos Bowl | Hand-Painted Scalloped Ceramic, Fern Green
Flor Salad Bowl | Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic, Fern Green
Helecho Salad Bowl | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Fern Green
Helecho Serving Platter Set of 2 | Hand-Painted Fern Wreath Ceramic, Fern Green
Franjas Dinner Plate | Hand-Painted Striped Ceramic, Teal
Ondas Side Plate | Hand-Painted Ripple Ceramic, Teal

Meet The Artisan

The Ceramic Artists of Carmen del Viboral

Nestled in Colombia's Carmen del Viboral, just a stone's throw from Medellín, a vibrant community of ceramic artists thrives. Dating back to the 19th century, it has become the heart of Colombia's ceramic industry. Using materials sourced from the region's own rich deposits of feldspar and quartz, the base pieces (bizcocho) are made in local workshops and decorated by hand in the many studios in town.

The ceramic painting techniques of Carmen del Viboral are steeped in tradition and ancestral knowledge, passed down through generations. Each stroke and brushstroke tells a tale of cultural significance. The designs found on these hand-painted ceramic creations carry the indelible marks of indigenous and Spanish craftsmanship, embodying the unique blend of cultural heritage that defines the region. Furthermore, each piece is painted freehand, without relying on stencils or templates. It is a true testament to the artists' exceptional talent and passion.

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