Wild Clay Teacup

Wheel thrown teacups/yunomi. Classic footed teacup with a slightly rounded body shape. The clay body is foraged locally in Northern CA. Various slips made of locally foraged clays, rocks, and wood ash are applied to the pieces before being fired in a soda kiln. Strong reduction (lack of oxygen) from pieces of wood added to the kiln during the firing and cooling help to bring out the various colors and textures of the clay and sips. This process is very difficult to control, but fun in that each piece is quite different, even if they were fired very near to each other in the kiln. The inside of the cups is coated in a very thin clear glaze. Microwave safe, hand wash recommended. App. 3.5" tall