{"product_id":"shigaraki-yaki-handmade-ceramic-teacup-sumi","title":"Shigaraki-yaki Handmade Ceramic Teacup | SUMI","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHandmade in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, this teacup brings a contemporary character to one of Japan’s oldest ceramic traditions.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts softly rounded body rises from a compact foot to a gently flared rim, with pronounced horizontal throwing lines tracing the movement of the wheel. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe most distinctive feature is its unusual charcoal-grey surface with a subtle metallic lustre. Predominantly matte, the finish develops a soft silvery sheen where light meets the raised contours of the clay.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom one angle it appears smoky and almost black; from another, graphite and steel-grey tones emerge across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eShigaraki, Shaped by Earth and Fire\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith centuries of ceramic history, Shigaraki-yaki (信楽焼) is one of Japan’s Six Ancient Kilns. While historically recognised for its coarse local clay and natural firing effects, contemporary Shigaraki encompasses a much broader range of approaches as makers continue to experiment with clay bodies, glazes, surface treatments and firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects that evolving side of the tradition: a functional everyday teacup with a distinctly contemporary surface expression, while retaining the marks of the hand that formed it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Dimension: Approx. D80mm x H68mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Region: Shigaraki, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Material: Clay\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"POEMS Tea Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46040604344364,"sku":"5029","price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/3535\/0828\/files\/SUMI_teacup1.jpg?v=1787657627","url":"https:\/\/poemsteaatelier.com.au\/products\/shigaraki-yaki-handmade-ceramic-teacup-sumi","provider":"POEMS Tea Atelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}