Red Earthenware and White Glaze Teacup

Red earthenware clay, allowing you to enjoy its characteristic warmth and slightly rough texture. After shaping it into a rounded teacup form, a lustrous white glaze with flowing patterns was applied before firing. While it's a very simple teacup, its charm lies in its perfectly rounded, adorable shape and the textures created by the interplay of clay and glaze. It was shaped with care, focusing on a soft, rounded form and smooth curves that nestle comfortably in your hands when held with both. Its cute, rounded shape makes it a recommended cup for those times when you want to slowly savor a warm drink, whether it's green tea, coffee, café au lait, or even soup. You'll experience a different drinking sensation compared to cups with handles. The entire production process, from kneading the clay to shaping, bisque firing, glazing, and final firing, is done by hand using a small electric kiln and electric potter's wheel at home. While mass production isn't possible, each piece has a unique expression, allowing you to enjoy the individuality that comes with handmade items. The item you receive will be the same as pictured. The base of the cup has been smoothed with sandpaper to minimize any potential scratching of your table. We continuously explore better combinations of various glazes and clays, creating a wide range of pottery in diverse colors and shapes. Each piece is unique, appearing similar but truly one-of-a-kind. We would be delighted if you find a piece that speaks to you. We hope you can enjoy the beauty woven by the clay and glaze as a touch of color in your daily life. ----- *Size and Weight* Diameter: 9.4 cm Base diameter: 4.1 cm Height: 6.6 cm Weight: 203g ----- *Purchase and Usage Precautions* - Due to the porous nature of pottery, there may be instances where colors seep into crazing or moisture penetrates the surface. For this reason, we apply a waterproofing treatment to our ceramics using a food-safe sealant before shipping, so no further 'blessing' or priming is necessary. This waterproofing process takes 2-3 days, which is why we set the shipping timeframe to 5 days from your order. If you do not require this waterproofing treatment, please inform us at the time of purchase. - Due to the characteristics of the glaze's colors, the teacup may appear whiter under morning light or white LED lighting, and show more reddish or yellowish tones under evening light or warm-toned lighting. - Cutlery shown in the product images is not included. - We strive to photograph and edit product images to be as true to the actual item as possible, but please understand that colors may appear different depending on your monitor settings and lighting conditions. - As this item is also sold on other platforms, in the rare event of overlapping purchases, priority will be given to the customer who completes the purchase process first. We appreciate your understanding. - While you can use this item in a microwave (for gentle warming) and dishwasher, the vibrations from microwaves and high-pressure hot water jets may accelerate degradation. We recommend avoiding their use whenever possible. - Please refrain from using this item in an oven or over an open flame. - After use, to prevent stains and mold, please wash thoroughly and ensure it is completely dry before storing it in your cupboard or cabinet.