A simple teacup hand-carved from a single block of stoneware clay in the spirit of the Japanese art of kurinuki. Many times this clay is recycled leftovers from various projects in the studio and may sometimes even be a mix of different clays, further ensuring the uniqueness of each piece. Each one is then glazed and fired & vitrified to cone 10+ in a gas kiln.
"The Circle Game" is carved from a groggy high iron red clay & glazed with a semi matte off-white glaze. The finished product is some really nice movement of the glaze all around the cup.
"...we're captive on the carousel of time. We can't return, we can only look behind from where we came... and go 'round and 'round in the circle game..."
These teacups were born out of solitude during COVID stay-at-home orders and as such, fittingly prescribe to the mindful nature & spirit of brewing a cup of tea. Imperfectly perfect, fit for any tea or cup of coffee!
DETAILS:
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- Handmade by a human on our homestead in Midcoast Maine.
- Differences in glaze applications and surfaces can be embraced.
DIMENSIONS:
- 3.5" W (corner to corner) x 3.5" H
- Holds 7.5 oz comfortably, 8 oz to the brim.
Please note that the photographs try and capture as many details as possible but sometimes the piece may look slightly different or have things we may have not captured in the photographs once you actually hold it in your hand.