This molcajete embodies the purest form of volcanic stone craftsmanship — an object where tradition, balance, and matter converge. Hand-carved from a single block, it preserves the classic round silhouette of the traditional Mexican molcajete, allowing the stone itself to speak through form and texture.
Each piece begins in the volcanic quarries of Guanajuato, where the stone is selected for its density and natural character. Skilled artisans, inheritors of generations of knowledge, shape the material with precision and intuition. The process is an intimate dialogue between hand and rock, transforming raw earth into a functional object that holds both strength and soul.
The round form captures the timeless geometry of the molcajete — deep, balanced, and perfectly stable on its three carved legs. Its organic surface reveals subtle variations in color and grain, highlighting the raw beauty of the volcanic texture. Designed for utility and presence alike, it fits effortlessly into both traditional kitchens and modern spaces as a piece of quiet sculpture.
For centuries, volcanic-stone molcajetes have been the essential tool of Mexican cuisine. Their porous surface grinds ingredients naturally, releasing oils and aromas that no modern appliance can replicate. This round edition reflects the molcajete in its most elemental form — pure, enduring, and crafted for those who value authenticity, ritual, and flavor at their origin.
Material: 100% natural volcanic stone.
Technique: Hand-carved and polished by Mexican artisans.
Dimensions: 9 in (22.8 cm) diameter; Height: 13 cm (approx.)
Weight: ≈ 7.5 kg
Origin: Guanajuato, Mexico.
Includes: Volcanic-stone pestle (tejolote)
Each molcajete is unique. Variations in tone, porosity, and grain are marks of its natural origin and artisanal creation.
The Round Volcanic Stone Molcajete by Tres Piedras is an ode to simplicity and permanence. Unlike the Talavera editions, its beauty lies in what it withholds — no color, no glaze, only the living essence of stone shaped by human hands.
