Misty Blue 5-Inch Bowl

**【About the Product】** | Material | Imported American sculptural clay, food-safe non-toxic lead-free glaze | Dimensions | Diameter ø 15 cm × Height 6 cm (±1cm) | Origin of Production | Taiwan *Hand-thrown stoneware soup bowl, hand-colored with a wabi-sabi inspired misty blue slip. The surface and base retain some of the clay's natural, coarse texture; please handle with care. https://i.postimg.cc/FzMbfym2/Raorao-Studi-pinkoi-tu-(1).png **【About Handmade Ceramic Products】** Each piece is handcrafted, and due to clay shrinkage and glaze flow during firing, the actual product may not be identical to the photographs. The following are considered normal characteristics of handmade ceramics, not defects. Please ensure you can accept these before placing an order: - **Variations in Form**: Due to hand-shaping and kiln shrinkage, there may be an approximate **±1-1.5cm** difference in size compared to the photos, and slight variations in the curvature of the form. - **Glaze Appearance**: Glaze naturally flows during firing, which may result in variations in sheen, localized color spots, or pinholes. - **Natural Markings**: Occasional black spots (mineral impurities in the clay), crazing (fine crackle lines), granular texture, or staining marks may be present on the surface. - **Screen Color Discrepancy**: Photographs are influenced by lighting conditions and individual monitor settings. Please refer to the **actual product** for color and style. 𐃢𐃡 **【Usage and Care Recommendations】** To extend the lifespan and maintain the quality of your ceramic pieces, we recommend the following: - **First Use**: It is advisable to soak the pottery in **rice water** for several hours. This helps to fill the pores and reduce water absorption. - **Microwave Heating**: Suitable for microwave use, but **avoid dry heating** or prolonged overheating. - **Cleaning and Maintenance**: **Dishwasher use is not recommended**. We suggest handwashing with a mild detergent and air-drying naturally. Avoid strong jets of water and high temperatures, which can cause fine lines on the glaze. - **No Direct Flame**: Do not heat over an open flame. - **Temperature Shock**: Please avoid **sudden and extreme temperature changes** (both hot and cold) to prevent the ceramic from cracking due to thermal expansion and contraction. - **Natural Patina**: Over time, white or light-colored ware may develop **crazing (fine glaze cracks)** and staining. These are natural signs of use and age for ceramics and do not affect functionality.