Namiyosegama Keiko Cup 140 ml

Cup, stoneware

This cup by Namiyosegama Keiko was fired in a traditional anagama wood-burning kiln. Its deliberately rustic form and clearly visible throwing marks give the vessel an original, powerful character.

The exterior displays a varied spectrum of gray, brown, and earthy beige tones. Inside, the wood firing has created warm golden-brown nuances and natural ash-glaze effects. Small inclusions and irregular textures bear witness to the intense effects of flame, ash, and heat during the firing.

The contrast between the rough, almost stone-like exterior and the more vibrant, partially glossy interior is particularly appealing. The traces of the anagama firing make each cup a unique, one-of-a-kind piece.

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