Antique Guatemalan Large Floral Olla

A Monumental Handcrafted Vessel of Ancient Elegance and Earthen Grace

The Antique Guatemalan Large Floral Olla is a breathtaking artifact of Central American craftsmanship — a sculptural vessel that embodies both ceremonial grandeur and the soulful warmth of handmade artistry. Shaped from terracotta clay and adorned with floral reliefs, it evokes the enduring legacy of Mayan pottery traditions, where earth, fire, and human touch converged to create forms of beauty and purpose.

This magnificent olla’s commanding silhouette features a wide, rounded body tapering gently to a narrow base, its generous form crowned by a flared, scalloped rim that adds rhythm and softness to its substantial presence. Each of the two curved handles, adorned with stylized floral and scroll motifs, reveals the artisan’s skill in balancing function and grace. The central rosette — hand-carved in low relief — symbolizes renewal and life’s cyclical nature, a recurring motif in the region’s sacred art.

The vessel’s surface tells its own story: a tapestry of aged terracotta and deep earthen browns, burnished by hand to achieve a soft, tactile sheen. Subtle variations in tone — from ember-reds to charcoal-smoked shadows — reflect the organic beauty of traditional open-pit firing methods. Every mark and blemish on its surface speaks to its authenticity, the result of centuries of exposure, devotion, and care.

Within Vintage Boho interiors, the Antique Guatemalan Large Floral Olla serves as a soulful sculptural centerpiece. Its weathered terracotta tones and floral motifs resonate beautifully with woven textiles, carved wood, and natural fibers. Displayed on a pedestal, console, or among layered artifacts, it brings depth and serenity to bohemian spaces defined by collected stories and handcrafted artistry. In more minimalist settings, it introduces grounding texture and a quiet, organic rhythm — a conversation between ancient earth and modern form.

Despite its age and delicate nature, this olla remains structurally sound — its visible wear, minor abrasions, and faint discolorations now part of its living patina. These traces of history should be celebrated, for they transform this vessel from a simple pot into an heirloom imbued with memory and meaning. Because of its size, fragility, and historical importance, this piece requires White Glove Delivery — ensuring it is handled and placed with the utmost care befitting its artistry and age.

To own the Antique Guatemalan Large Floral Olla is to hold a piece of Guatemalan heritage — a handcrafted echo of the earth’s oldest art form, carrying with it centuries of reverence, ritual, and timeless beauty.

Design Features

• Monumental handcrafted terracotta vessel from Guatemala

• Floral and scroll relief motifs with twin side handles

• Flared, scalloped rim with wide rounded body

• Hand-burnished for a subtle sheen

• Requires White Glove Delivery due to size and fragility

Color Palette

• Deep terracotta, sienna, and earthen brown tones

• Smoky variations from traditional pit firing

• Natural patina highlighting texture and age

Condition Notes

• Wear consistent with age and use

• Minor abrasions, surface marks, and color variation throughout

• Stable structure; aged finish enhances authenticity

Origin & Construction

• Handcrafted in Guatemala

• Terracotta clay shaped, fired, and polished by hand

• Traditional techniques inspired by ancient Mayan pottery

Dimensions

• 25" diameter × 25" height

• Top opening: 9" diameter

White Glove Delivery

• We’ll select a trusted white glove carrier serving your area and share their contact details once scheduled.

• Shipments typically take 5–10 business days for pickup and 1–3 weeks for delivery after pickup.
  

• The delivery company will call or text 48 hours in advance to confirm your delivery window.

• Service includes blanket wrapping, insurance, and interior placement for secure handling.

• Service does not include delivery to second floors, mounting, installation, or removal of existing furniture.

• For special handling requests, please contact us prior to delivery.

• In the rare event of damage during shipment, please notify both the carrier and us immediately. While Vintage Shopper is not responsible for transit damage, we will assist you in filing all necessary claims with the carrier.