Incredibly special and unique, these “Abyss" cups are made from porcelain indigenous to Bizen, Japan, marbled with cobalt oxide and fired upside down on a shell prop to promote movement in the exterior surface. Their glossy azure interior is seamlessly encapsulated by a rocky façade like sky meeting the sea.

dimensions
diameter: 6.5-7cm
height: 4.5cm

Nb. these are hand made pieces and measurements are approximate.

Bizen ware.
Made in Japan.

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Kazuya Ishida was born into a family of potters in Bizen, Japan, where he still works and lives. He's a master at the traditional unglazed high temperature-fired bizen-style, and generously shares his knowledge around the world teaching kiln building, firing and pottery making.

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