This anagama-fired cup by ceramic artist Beatričė Kelerienė captures the essence of wood-firing through its rich, multi-layered surface - a natural canvas painted by flame, ash, and time. During the multi-day firing, drifting ash fused with the clay, creating a tapestry of warm ochres, deep charcoals, and ember-like reddish tones. These organic transitions reveal exactly how the fire moved across the cup, making it a true one-of-a-kind creation. Its cylindrical form feels grounded and comforting in the hand, with a subtle foot that lifts the vessel just enough to give it presence. The texture ranges from matte, velvety clay to softly glazed areas where ash melted into a gentle sheen, offering a beautifully tactile experience with every touch. Every nuance of this cup is fire-made — no applied glaze, no repetition, only the singular outcome of an anagama firing.
Handmade by ceramic artist Beatričė Kelerienė
Fired in a traditional anagama wood kiln
Natural ash glaze with warm ochre, charcoal, and ember-red tones
Wheel-thrown cylindrical form with a refined foot
Rich surface texture created entirely by flame and falling ash
One-of-a-kind piece for tea, espresso, sake, or display
A cup that embodies the quiet drama of wood firing - earthy, expressive, and deeply connected to tradition.
H 7,5 cm
W 8 cm