Diamond Weave

A mesmerizing study in repetition and symmetry, Diamond Weave by Ernesto Arras Olivas is a refined example of micro-etched ceramic art from Mata Ortiz. The surface is enveloped in a lattice of hand-carved diamond shapes, each meticulously filled with alternating beige, rust, and soft pink tones. The result is a hypnotic visual texture — almost textile-like — that plays with depth and light from every viewing angle.
This vase embraces a quiet complexity. Its compact form enhances the tightness of the pattern, while the upper rim is adorned with a zigzag border that subtly disrupts the rhythm, adding a visual crescendo. The dark clay body grounds the composition, offering contrast to the delicately colored motifs layered across its form.