Matsuura Guinomi 35 ml

This guinomi (ぐい呑み) features a light, bluish glaze, with the lower part being mostly unglazed. The angular shape gives the guinomi a striking appearance. The coarse clay is typical of Hagi. 

The piece was fired in the Shôunzan kiln (松雲山窯). The kiln's mark is composed of the words "pine", "cloud", and "mountain". The pine is part of the Matsuura family name, the cloud represents the immutable course of time and nature, and the mountain finally represents the place where the kiln (noborigama) is located. Father and son specialize in tea ceramics that are intended to warm the heart and bring peace.

Hagi ceramics are fired at high temperatures for a relatively short time, which gives them a soft and warm character similar to Raku or low-fired ceramics. Allow to dry for 24 hours after use. Not dishwasher safe, do not clean with dishwashing detergent. You can find more about Hagi ceramics in the blog.