Matsuura Guinomi 45 ml

This guinomi (ぐい呑み) features an earth-colored glaze with white areas. In places, incised sgraffito can also be seen, giving the guinomi a more distinctive appearance . Typical of Hagi are the coarse clay and the interrupted foot ring. 

The piece was fired in the Shôunzan kiln (松雲山窯). The kiln marks are composed of the words "Pine", "Cloud" and "Mountain". The pine is part of the Matsuura family name, the cloud stands for the unchangeable course of time and nature, and the mountain finally for 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 and thus acquire 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 on the topic of Hagi ceramics in the blog.