Small Ceramic Raku-Style Tumbler – Blue-Purple Gradient Finish

Description :
This small, hand-thrown ceramic tumbler features a soft gradient glaze blending lavender-blue into pale rose hues, evoking a raku-inspired aesthetic. The vessel’s cylindrical shape, slightly flared rim, and glazed interior make it ideal for sipping tea, espresso, or sake. Subtle crackling in the glaze and visible base ring suggest it was either kiln-fired with a light reduction process or created using a studio-style aging technique. A delicate ridge near the base hints at handmade production rather than mass-manufacture.

Era
Contemporary (2000s–present)

Style
Raku-Inspired / Artisan Pottery

Technique
Wheel-thrown ceramic with hand-applied glaze

Tools Used
Potter’s wheel, reduction kiln, glazing brush or dip, possibly a wax resist technique

History
Glaze patterns and crackling reflect modern artisan interpretations of Japanese raku pottery, commonly used in ceremonial or artisan drinkware.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown. No visible maker’s mark or identifiable stamp. Possible studio pottery origin.

Measurements
2" W x 4" T

Suggested Weight
Approximately 0.4–0.6 lbs

Item Number : P13329

Category : Misc

Brand : UK