Gorky Gonzalez was born in Morelia, Mexico, in 1939. He was a student of the arts, and in the early 1960s his primary interest became the resurrection of traditional Colonial Majolica, a double-glaze pottery technique made popular in Italy and favored during Spanish colonialism.
Gorky considered traditional Majolica a lost craft representing a critical cultural and historical component of the region. So in 1965, with his wife Toshiko, Gorky founded his own ceramic workshop dedicated strictly to traditional Majolica.
Almost 50 years later, Gorky's dedication to quality and authenticity remain the cornerstones of Gorky Gonzalez Traditional Pottery. Today, Gorky Pottery is recognized as one of the most influential ceramic studios in Mexico, and in 1992 Gorky earned Mexico's National Award of Science and Arts in the field of Popular Art and Traditions.
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Measurements
** These measurements do not include the handle. The Sauce Dish bowls are 1 3/4" deep.
Materials
Every authentic piece of pottery offered by La Fuente Imports is hand made at the Gorky Gonzalez Ceramic studio in Guanajuato, Mexico. This assures that every piece we ship to you is lead and cadmium free, chip and crack resistant, as well as microwave, oven, and dishwasher safe.
Helpful Information
Due to the handmade nature of Gorky Pottery, colors and design may vary slightly.
For decoration purposes there is an eyelet on the back of every plate or platter for hanging on a wall.
2019-04-04 14:25:00The plates were smaller than I expected (no real description) and of poor quality.1
by joanna b.; Tucson, AZ on April 4, 2019
The plates were smaller than I expected (no real description) and of poor quality. May have been seconds.
Gorky Gonzalez Pottery: Tableware Pattern 06
2018-01-02 11:31:00Perfect.5
by Martin H.; Colorado Springs, CO on January 2, 2018
Perfect. Having received a damaged package (from someone else) lately, I appreciate it when a package is packed well and received in perfect condition.
Gorky Gonzalez Pottery: Tableware Pattern 06
2016-12-30 14:44:00My orders were handled nicely.4
by Linda C.; Prescott, AZ on December 30, 2016
My orders were handled nicely. I had problems with the computer with addresses and after correcting the delivery address once, did not realize the computer made the error again! So, my orders went out with wrong state & another with wrong zip code. in calling, the person at LaFuente was very helpful and changed the errors on the spot to my relief. I would order again from them.....
Your furniture is ready to make its way home! Once your order is received, each piece is carefully pulled and inspected to ensure it meets our quality standards before being expertly packed for shipment.
We take pride in this process and never rush it. Preparation typically takes 1–2 business days. From there, delivery time depends on your distance from our warehouse, but most orders arrive within 1 to 2 weeks.
Our skilled artisans put great care into crafting each piece, and we want to make sure it arrives to you safely and in excellent condition.
* Shipping times may be slightly longer for remote locations.
This item is temporarily backordered due to high demand. The good news is more are already being handcrafted and on the way.
We encourage placing your order now to reserve your piece from the next available shipment. After your order is placed, our team will contact you with an estimated delivery timeframe for all items in your order.
And rest assured — your card will not be charged until your order is ready to ship.
Hecho En Mexico
(Made In Mexico)
This product is made in Mexico.
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This product is made from reclaimed, recycled, or sustainable materials. For detailed information please see the Materials section, below.
Made in USA
This product is made in the United States.
Made in Canada
This product is made in Canada.
Best Seller
This collection is one of our most popular and best selling.
No Assembly Required
This product comes fully assembled. (Note: Certain large items such as beds and dining tables may require minor assembly due to size limitations for shipping.)
Customizable
(By Special Order)
The manufacturer of this product allows dimensional and/or design changes.
