Japanese Crumpled Teacup, Red Accents

A cup with a crumpled shape, speckled with brown and crossed by a bright red stroke.

The cup looks as if it had been lightly pressed: its walls undulate and its rim is not quite round. This irregular shape offers a pleasant grip and gives the cup a lot of character.

The white glaze speckled with brown and grey is crossed by a broad red stroke that runs in places. The inside is a deep bluish grey that contrasts with the light exterior.

Without a handle, as Japanese tea tradition has it, it is held in both hands, so you can feel the warmth of the drink. At 9.4 cm in diameter and 9 cm high, it holds green tea, black tea or herbal tea.

These natural variations evoke the spirit of wabi-sabi, the Japanese aesthetic that finds beauty in imperfection, simplicity and natural materials.

Highlights

• Crumpled shape: undulating walls, a good grip.
• Bright red accent: on a speckled white glaze.
• Bluish grey interior: contrasting with the outside.
• No handle: held in both hands.
• Made in Japan: wabi-sabi spirit.

Product information

• Type: Japanese teacup
• Material: ceramic
• Origin: Japan (Toki-Tajimi area, Gifu Prefecture, home of Mino ware)
• Dimensions: Ø 9.4 cm, height 9 cm
• Colours: white, brown, grey, red
• Finish: glazed, speckled
• Care: hand washing recommended, microwave safe
• Style: contemporary Japanese, wabi-sabi spirit

How to use

Its undulating walls offer a good grip: ideal for tea held in both hands. Pair it with other freely shaped cups for a mix-and-match set.

Frequently asked questions

Why does this cup have no handle?

It is the traditional shape of Japanese teacups, which are held in both hands.

Is each cup identical?

The shape and glaze vary slightly from one piece to another.

Is this cup dishwasher and microwave safe?

Like all ceramics, it is best washed by hand: the dishwasher is not recommended. It can, however, go in the microwave without any problem.