Wheel Thrown Hand Carved Stoneware Cup Reduction Fired with order Multi Colored Satin Glaze

Handmade stoneware cup is thrown and trimmed on the potter's wheel.
The top part of the form is thrown with a little extra thickness , that
I might carve that area. When the cup is partly dried and trimmed,
I pass my carving tools through that area to get the depth I desire.

I mix my own glazes for firing in a gas kiln, to high temperatures,
with a reduction atmosphere.
The glazes that may be achieved through this method are much more
satisfying to me than alternative firing methods.
I very much enjoy the glaze effects on this cup. They make for an
interesting focus over and over again , as the cup is used ; (this is
of course entirely my opinion :-)
The 'finish' of the glaze is a satin matte. It is mid to light-weight and
comfortable to hold. (Light-weight because of it's size)
High fired stoneware is very durable and long-lived. It might be compared
to igneous rock (like granite) rather than soft easily weathered limestone.
I appreciate this quality of longevity.

Photographing glazes is a real challenge.
I try very hard to achieve the most accurate representation that I can.
I use only natural light, in a shaded area at the back of my house.
There are often places on the piece where I get a sheen from some
reflected sunlight (almost impossible to avoid) - my feeling about this
is that it is true to the nature of ceramic glazes. They do reflect light.
(especially the glossy ones!)

I believe that the way a cup feels in one's hand is a very individual
experience. It is very important to me that anyone purchasing
any piece of mine is absolutely happy with it. So I gladly accept returns.
Please do contact me about returns. See my Shipping Policies.

Also , please understand that shipping fees may be higher than
necessary, as I need to consider destinations far from me.
I will refund any shipping cost overages that may apply.

This piece may be safely placed in a dishwasher. It may also be micro
waved with moderate temperatures for warming a beverage. Over many
many years (20) of microwaving on high, it will likely become brittle.
This is true of most all ceramic ware.

Approximate Dimensions: 3"(76mm) High , diameter across outside of rim 3.18 (80mm)
It holds 8 ounces comfortably . Holds 10 ounces to the rim.

I welcome any questions you may have about my work. Please feel free to contact me. order