This wheel-thrown stoneware mug features carved lines that wrap around the body like strands of thread pulled taut across the surface. The incised lines crisscross and spiral around the form, creating a subtle sense of tension and movement that gently hugs the shape of the mug. The design emphasizes the rounded contours of the vessel while adding a quiet structural rhythm to the surface.
A soft, earthy glaze settles across the mug in warm brown and muted grey tones, allowing the carved thread lines to remain visible beneath the surface. The glaze pools slightly within the grooves and transitions naturally across the curves of the vessel, highlighting the handmade character of the piece.
The form is slightly rounded and balanced, with a comfortable handle that complements the natural flow of the mug’s shape. Each piece is wheel-thrown and individually carved, ensuring that every mug has its own subtle variations in line, glaze movement, and tone.
Dimensions
5.5 × 4 inches
Weight: 400 g
Details
Object: Ceramic mug
Material: Stoneware
Technique: Wheel-thrown and carved
Finish: Earth-toned glaze over carved thread motif
Use: Functional mug for hot or cold beverages