Handmade Spanish ceramics crafted by expert artisans
We make small batches of unique ceramic pieces for the home. Shop by sets or get in touch to build a custom order with us.
Vintage & Antique Plates
Hand-thrown and hand-painted in southeastern Spain, this large decorative plate boasts the shape of the classic 13th century Valencian charger.
The composition — well-defined rim, border and center — is another tell. Inspired by 13th century Valencian lusterware, artisans continued to rework the same patterns for centuries after. Here the painter takes inspiration from the typical lusterware plate where the border features a geometric pattern of decorative elements – lines or miniscule flowers – that radiate outward from the center.
Painted in cobalt blue with accents etched with an ultra-fine brush, the design balances the geometric pattern on the border with a playful floral motif in the center.
Dimensions: 31.5 cm in diameter x 4 cm deep
*Hanging your decorative plate: This product includes a wall plate hanger
Kindly Note: Small chips and discolouration are part of the charm of handmade antique and vintage pottery. For questions or specific sourcing requests, please get in touch.
Green & Blue Splatter
Take a gander at our newest offering in blue splatterware. This Blue Splatter Small Serving Bowl boasts our trademark paint splatter over a cream glaze.
The rich indigo blue of the paint flecks splay across the entire surface of the bowl. This bowl is perfect for serving salads or presenting fruit.
Available in more sizes.
Fajalauza in Yellow
Given its intricately decorated surface, this large serving bowl is often displayed on shelves and walls.
Dubbed “fuente semillana” this flat-bottomed bowl has an inverted cone-shaped body and rounded border.
The Granada Lebrillo Serving Bowl features a large pomegranate and flowers on the base and concentric patterns adorn the walls of the vessel. Filled with fruits, this large bowl makes for a pretty centerpiece.
In keeping with the traditional style of Fajalauza ceramics, the design is lush and features native Andalusian flora.
Handmade and hand-painted in southern Spain, our yellow Fajalauza collection is a modern take on more traditional blue and green pieces.
Production Lead Time: Kindly note, while we do hold some stock, many of our items are made to order. If out of stock, the production lead time is 4-6 weeks. For updates on current availability, please contact hello@casapletorica.com.
Traditional Lebrillos
Hand-crafted in a small family-run workshop in Southern Spain, the Estornino traditional lebrillo is a testament to Fajalauza commitment to craftsmanship.
This hand-painted lebrillo showcases the graceful estornino or spotless starling, a native Andalusian songbird. Take a stroll in Trinidad Square in Granada during the evening hours and you'll be treated to an enchanting spectacle as a grand assembly of starlings takes center stage with their melodious performances.
In this picturesque scene, our starling perches gracefully on a branch of the pomegranate tree, another recurring motif in Fajalauza ceramics. The lebrillo’s walls are adorned with an intricate pattern of seashells.
As with all our Fajalauza stoneware, our skilled artisans make each item with care and precision using enduring techniques that go back to the 16th century. Here, the artist has lingered over the details on the feathers of the starling.
Lebrillos have historically been in a variety of ways in the home – as mixing bowls in the kitchen, as fruit bowls on the table, or even as laundry basins before the running water was a commonplace thing throughout the south.
This enduring symbol of Spanish culture has become a beloved item among collectors. Beyond their utilitarian roles, our Fajalauza lebrillos adorn walls and shelves or add a decorative accent to the garden.
Love the Estornino design? You can also find it here in blue.
Lebrillo Wall Mounts for hanging available here.
Production Lead Time: Kindly note, while we do hold some stock, many of our items are made to order. If out of stock, the production lead time is 4-6 weeks. For updates on current availability, please contact hello@casapletorica.com.
Lebrillo Serving Bowls
El Nido Fajalauza Serving Bowl boasts a charming portrait of starling birds pecking at a large flower. Hand-painted by one of our devoted artisans, the design features exquisite details in the bird’s foliage and wreath along the walls of the vessel.
This flat-bottomed bowl is a staple in homes throughout southern Spain where they are passed down as family heirlooms. If damaged, this fuente semillana, would be lovingly repaired, never discarded.
Ornately painted in the style of traditional lebrillos, this Mediterranean staple has become a beloved decorative accent for walls.
Fill with a bounty of fruit to liven up the table or mix and match with your favorite lebrillos
for an eye-catching wall display.
Production Lead Time: Kindly note, while we do hold some stock, many of our items are made to order. If out of stock, the production lead time is 4-6 weeks. For updates on current availability, please contact hello@casapletorica.com.
Fajalauza in Green
Painted in a vivid green over white glaze, this wide-rimmed plate bears our most emblematic motif: granada or pomegranate.
According to some historians, the Romans named the city of Granada after the Latin granatum or pomegranate, a fruit-bearing tree abundant in the area. Others credit the phonetic evolution of the Arabic "gar-anat," meaning 'hill of pilgrims.'
The pomegranate grows well in arid conditions. Its tough skin protects it from drying, making it a perfect survival food that could feed caravans traveling long journeys.
The resilient fruit tree may have been a staple for the desert people who conquered Andalucía in the 8th century.
Now abundant in the region, the pomegranate has become an enduring symbol of Granada’s culture. Fajalauza ceramics pay homage to that heritage with myriad variations in design.
Love the Granada motif? Find it on plates, fuentes, or lebrillos.
Production Lead Time: Kindly note, while we do hold some stock, many of our items are made to order. If out of stock, the production lead time is 4-6 weeks. For updates on current availability, please contact hello@casapletorica.com.
Fajalauza in Purple
The hand painted Estornino dinner plate in purple is just one example of Fajalauza's dedication to marrying artistry with functionality. This plate features a depiction of the estornino, or spotless starling, a songbird native to the region of Andalusia. The choice of this motif is a testament to the workshop's deep connection to the local environment and culture. The starling's graceful presence on the plate adds not only an aesthetic element but also a touch of regional identity.
The pomegranate tree is a recurring motif in Fajalauza ceramics since it is the very symbol of the city of Granada and holds cultural and historical significance in the region. Fajalauza's use of this motif pays homage to the rich heritage and traditions of Granada. Here the starling bird sits on a pomegranate branch bearing dropping flowers and buds.
Our commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship techniques is evident in the careful and precise creation of these pieces. Each item is crafted by skilled artisans who have honed their expertise over generations. The meticulous attention to detail, such as the intricate pattern of seashells on the plate’s lip or the delicate rendering of the starling's features showcases the dedication to quality and artistry.
Fajalauza's ceramics, exemplified by the Estornino dinner plate, are a tribute to Granada's cultural and natural heritage. They not only encapsulate the region's beauty but also carry forward the legacy of traditional craftsmanship, making them highly sought-after pieces of art and functional items for homes and collectors alike.
Production Lead Time: Kindly note, while we do hold some stock, many of our items are made to order. If out of stock, the production lead time is 4-6 weeks. For updates on current availability, please contact hello@casapletorica.com.
Ceramic Tiles
Our Arabesco hand-painted ceramic tile is suited for interior and exterior decorations. Handmade in Spain, these tiles feature intricate patterns reminiscent of traditional Hispano-Arab designs.
Perfect for kitchen backsplash, kitchen floors, bathroom walls, patio floors, stairs and fireplaces.
Minimum order: 1/2 square meter
20 × 20 cm: 13 pieces
15 × 15 cm: 23 pieces
Colors available: We offer about 18 different colors including our traditional blue, green, purple, and yellow. To order a different color other than the one listed, please get in touch.
Production Lead Time: Kindly note, while we do hold some stock, many of our items are made to order. If out of stock, the production lead time is 4-6 weeks. For updates on current availability, please contact hello@casapletorica.com.
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Our traditional Spanish lebrillos are handmade and hand-painted in their historic home in southern Spain. These exquisite modern pieces boast the traditional intricate designs we've sourced from antique pieces.