Anagama No.34 - Ochre Cup

Keisuke Iwata

• Introduction

  I am Anagama No. 34 Ochre Cup. A little rustic, a little unpredictable—like I’ve been through centuries and back. Warm, earthy, and full of ash-kissed imperfections.
  

   

• Curator's Notes 

  We love this cup for its rustic, antique quality. The earthy ochre color has such a warmth to it, giving the piece a unique character that feels grounded in nature. The texture is unpredictable, with ash deposits from the anagama kiln creating beautiful irregularities that make each cup one-of-a-kind. Whether used as a teacup or a sake cup, it feels like you're holding something that could have been unearthed from centuries ago. There’s something truly special about how these cups bring together history, craft, and nature in such an organic way.
  

   

  Anagama No.34 - Ochre Cup was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

   

• Designer/Maker 

  Artist: Keisuke Iwata

   

   

• Specifications

  Dimensions: 

  2.0" (w) x 1.8" (l) x 2.9" (h) or 51mm (w) x 46mm (l) x 74mm (h)
  

   

  Weight: 

  0.2 lbs or 0.1 kg

   

  Materials: 

  Ceramic

   

• Details
  • One-of-a-kind small cup handmade by Keisuke Iwata in Fukuoka, Japan
  • Sold individually
  • An Anagama fired piece
  • The surface varies in tone and texture and features ochre and brown discoloration caused by the Anagama kiln
  • Rim is uneven and unique to its handcrafted nature
  • Created using an ancient Japanese ceramic technique that involves an Anagama woodfired kiln, fired in a ceremonial process by Keisuke Iwata
  • Anagama works are each unique to the clay's own intimate interactions with the flames and ash
    
  • Handwash recommended
• Return Policy
  Returns or Exchanges may be done within 14 days from purchase date. We kindly ask that all valid returns must be in unused condition with attached tags and packaging. Nalata Nalata will not accept any returned merchandise without prior written communication and valid Return Authorization Number. Upon inspection and approval, Exchange or Store Credit will be provided, No Refunds. All sale items and discounted merchandise are Final Sale and cannot be returned. Read More