Large Handmade Stoneware Coffee Mug: Purple Red Glaze, Bamboo Wiggle - item 3728

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High-fired Cone10-11 ceramic stoneware pottery large mug. High-fired to 2350 degrees in a homemade kiln in a gas reduction-type atmosphere. Glossy, handmade layers of flowing glaze s. Clean finish. High-end individually made pieces masterfully thrown on a pottery wheel. Artist signature is represented as a traditional potter's "chop" (hand-carved stamped frog). All handmade ceramic mugs are microwave, dishwasher safe. Durable. Perfect size for an extra large beverage or water. Liquified clay called “slip” used to trail patterns or designs on the surface of vessels giving tactile texture and paths for fluid glazes to melt and flow around during the firing process. The bamboo represents fast growth and strength. Bumps made by using an old wooden tablespoon held against the outside of a vessel as index finger is pressed from the inside outward. This creates a consistent round bump to the exterior of the vessel. Glazes behave interesting as they find the path of least resistance around these bumps. These bumps give the user a functional gripping point. The wiggles are created during the wet process at the pottery wheel. Once an object is created it is then wet and spun while one strong deliberate movement is pulled from the bottom of the pot upward. This makes for an organic loose form that interacts with the flowing layers of glazes. Holds approximately 18-20 ounces. Approximately 3" x 8" tall. Show more