Matte Black Hantsutsu-gata Yunomi - 150ml

Sugawara Kengo
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Regular price $42.00
Description

This simple and elegant yunomi (teacup) has a hantsutsu-gata (半筒形 - half-cylindrical shape) shape and is thrown from an iron-rich red clay, glazed in an iron-rich glaze resulting in a matte, almost metallic black.

Its 100ml capacity along with its classic shape makes this cup ideal for all types of tea.

Specifications

Made in Japan. Ships from the United States.

Width: 7.8 cm (3.1 in)
Height: 6.1 cm (2.4 in)
Capacity: 100 ml

Please note that due to the organic nature of hand-throwing, glazing, and painting, there are variations between pieces, with each cup being unique in shape and design.

Sugawara Kengo (菅原顕悟) of Yōki Kiln (陽気窯) is an independent potter who started a kiln at the foot of Mt. Katsuragi in Nara out of a desire to create goods with his hands. He specialises in kohiki (粉引) a Korean slip coating technique. His wares are thin and light, showing off his immense skills on the wheel.

David and Kengo-san at the Nara train station

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