High-fired Cone10-11 ceramic stoneware pottery mug. High-fired to 2350 degrees in a homemade kiln in a gas reduction-type atmosphere. Glossy, handmade unique layers of flowing glazes. Clean finish. High-end, individually made, unique pieces masterfully hand thrown on a pottery wheel. Artist signature is represented as a traditional potter's "chop" (hand-carved clay stamped frog). All pieces are handcrafted by artisan from Virginia, USA. 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. Dots are made by using a liquified clay called “slip” that is deliberately squeezed on to an object one little dot at a time to create a raised surface. This gives the form texture and interferes with the fluidity of the layers of homemade glazes. Microwave, dishwasher safe. Durable. Perfect size for your morning cup of coffee or tea. Approximately 3” diameter by 6” tall. Holds approximately 16 ounces.
