KURINUKI CUP Nº13
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KURINUKI CUP Nº13

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Kurinuki Cup Nº13 is a hand-carved sculptural ceramic cup crafted using the Japanese kurinuki technique. It is part of a limited-edition series, featuring decoration with locally collected wild clay.

Unlike other pottery techniques, kurinuki begins with a solid block of clay. Each cup is slowly carved from a single mass of stoneware, allowing the form to emerge through subtraction rather than addition. This intuitive process creates textured, sculptural surfaces and organic asymmetry, as the material and hands guide its character. No two pieces are exactly alike.

Carved from dark brown stoneware, the Nº13 form develops organically through this process. The surface is finished with locally collected wild clay and sand, sealed beneath a clear glaze. The wild clay creates textured patterns that may evoke minerals, sea foam, or weathered stone. Despite its sculptural presence, this cup is lighter than many other Ondou sculptural works.

Each cup is slightly different and individually numbered within its batch of the Nº13 series.

Special care piece. Please read the care instructions below.
Not dishwasher safe. Avoid harsh or metal scrubbers.

Availability: In stock

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Weight 0.500 kg
Volume

Varies between 180-220ml, perfect for regular brewed coffee, flat white, as well as tea and cacao rituals.
Size

Height varies between 8-9 cm (incl. 1 cm foot), diameter varies between 8-8.5 cm
Finish

Clear glossy glaze over wild clay and sand mix. Each surface develops uniquely.
Materials

High-fired stoneware clay
Product care

Ondou pieces are crafted as functional art objects. While made from high-fired stoneware fired to 1220 °C — which makes them highly durable and resistant to everyday wear — they are still ceramic and can break if dropped or subjected to strong impact. With proper care, they will last for many years.
GENERAL CARE
– Avoid sudden temperature changes (thermal shock). For example, do not pour boiling water into a cup that has been stored in the fridge, and avoid running cold water over a very hot piece.
– Wash using a soft sponge and mild detergent. Avoid abrasive metal scrubbers, especially on decorated or textured surfaces.
– Do not leave pieces soaking in a sink with food residues for extended periods — basic good hygiene.
– Allow the piece to dry fully before storing in a closed cabinet.
OPTIONAL DEEP CARE
– If surface staining from dark liquids appears and you wish to gently refresh the surface, you may soak the piece in rice-washing water (the starchy water from rinsing rice), cold or warm. The natural starches can help draw out minor impurities, giving the surface a subtly smoother feel. This traditional method is gentle and not permanent, but can help maintain the appearance of ceramics over time.
Dishwasher safe?

No, the wild clay decoration may be damaged. While the clay body can withstand it, repeated cycles may affect the surface character.
Microwave safe?

No
Handmade nature

Each item is handmade and shows the marks of this process, including intentional “imperfections.” The products pictured reflect the overall shape, size and color of the piece. However, each item is unique, with differences in glaze, texture and slight variations in size, shape and capacity. Colors may also appear differently depending on lighting conditions and your screen. Dimensional variations can be up to ~1cm, capacity ~50ml, and weight ~50g.

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