Stoneware・Shino・Cobalt

The engrossing texture of thickly applied shino glaze draws the hand to the surface of these tea cups from Taiwanese potter, Zhang Yun Cheng. Mounds and crevices break at random, a map of small trails for fingers to follow. A quick stroke of cobalt oxide highlights the rim of each piece, breaking through the pillows of white glaze, pooling here and there in a concentrated constellation of dark blues.

Pictured is one in a series of similar pieces. Slight variations are possible from piece to piece, a hallmark of hand-made pottery.

Usage and care: Hand-wash only, mild detergent is ok.

Approximate dimensions: 45mm-47mm tall, 70mm-75mm diameter, 55ml-60ml capacity・Artist: 張允澄