The Form: A petite, architectural study in texture. Thrown on the wheel in rich brown stoneware, this compact espresso cup features a finely ribbed body wrapped in a deep cobalt underglaze and anchored by an unglazed raw stoneware tab handle. The interior and lip are dipped in a smooth, glossy white glaze, while the raw clay foot exposes the warm grain of the clay body beneath.

The Spirit: A small-scale artifact crafted for a focused, artful pause. Designed to transform a brief espresso shot into a deliberate moment of grounding, this vessel invites the fingers to trace the contrast between cool ribbed cobalt, smooth white sheen, and raw earth.

The Making: Wheel-thrown and meticulously hand-ribbed with precision trimming.Each cup carries the same tactile intention as the larger Aether Mer vessels, balancing the velvety blue underglaze with the dipped rim and raw clay body.

Details:

• Capacity: Approx. 3 oz.

• Finish: Deep cobalt blue underglaze over a finely ribbed body; glossy white interior and lip; unglazed raw stoneware tab handle and base.

• Dimensions: 2.75 x 4 x 2”

• Care: Food safe and lead-free. Hand wash only to ensure the longevity of the piece.

The Mark of the Hand: As with any individually handcrafted artifact, subtle variations in proportion, ribbing depth, and glaze line placement are inherent to the medium. These nuances are not flaws, but the physical record of the object's making.