Original Zlakusa Pottery Novi Sad
Milana Simina 5, Novi Sad 21000, Serbia
original.grncarija.zlakusa@gmail.com
Introduction
Original Zlakusa Pottery Novi Sad is a renowned traditional pottery workshop originating from the village of Zlakusa, internationally recognized for preserving a unique ceramic technique rooted in centuries-old local knowledge. The workshop is dedicated to safeguarding authentic handcraft production based on a distinctive mixture of clay and calcite, shaped on a potter’s wheel and fired in traditional kilns. Original Zlakusa Pottery represents a benchmark of Serbian artisanal heritage, combining authenticity, functionality and cultural value.
Thematic relevance
Original Zlakusa Pottery Novi Sad has exceptional thematic relevance in the field of traditional crafts and intangible cultural heritage. The Zlakusa pottery technique is inscribed on the National Register of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Serbia and is recognized as a rare, living craft practice. It embodies intergenerational knowledge transfer, manual skill and a strong link between nature, community and craftsmanship. The pottery is closely connected to cultural tourism, education, exhibitions and international cultural cooperation, serving as a powerful example of how traditional crafts can be preserved, promoted and economically valorised in a sustainable and culturally respectful way.