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Shushi Gold And Silver Foil Ceramic Mug Pair

Prix de vente$180.00

The Hakuichi Shushi Gold and Silver Foil Ceramic Mug Pair brings together rustic ceramic texture with the quiet brilliance of real gold and silver foil. “Shushi” is inspired by the reflective feeling of autumn and the warmth of sharing a drink with someone close. Presented as a pair, the set includes two ceramic mugs and two matching saucers, making it suitable for couples, gifting, or a refined coffee and tea moment for two. Each mug features a softly speckled ceramic body with visible earthy flecks, giving the surface a natural handmade character. The form is gently rounded with subtle horizontal ridges, while the slim brown handle adds warmth and contrast. On the front of each mug, a rectangular foil panel combines gold and silver tones with traditional Japanese-style patterns, creating a refined accent against the rough ceramic texture. The matching saucers continue the same earthy brown tone, balancing the pale ceramic cup with a grounded, rustic base. Together, the cup and saucer feel calm, warm, and elegant, suitable for coffee, tea, hojicha, matcha latte, or afternoon dessert pairing. The contrast between the natural clay-like surface and the luminous foil detail gives the set a special presence without feeling overly formal. Made in Japan with Japanese foil craftsmanship, this pair highlights the beauty of gold and silver foil as a decorative art. Because real foil is applied to the ceramic surface, each piece should be handled with care and hand washed gently. It is a beautiful set for personal use, anniversary gifting, wedding gifts, or anyone who appreciates Japanese tableware with a quiet, collectible feeling. Handcrafted in Japan with traditional ceramic-making methods, each with a unique design and texture.

  • Origin: Made in Japan
  • Product: 2x Ceramic Mugs2x Ceramic Saucers
  • Mug: Diameter 3.5 in (9 cm) | Height 2.9 in (7.4 cm) | Capacity 8.5 fl oz (250 ml)
  • Saucer: Diameter 5.6 in (14.3 cm) | Height 0.6 in (1.5 cm)
Shushi Gold And Silver Foil Ceramic Mug Pair
Shushi Gold And Silver Foil Ceramic Mug Pair Prix de vente$180.00

Design

Crafting Of Edo Kiriko

The artist marks simple grid lines on the glass without drawing a design to provide the plan's framework. The design grid is drawn on the glass's surface using a bamboo stick or brush with red iron oxide. Next, the baselines of the design are lightly etched using a whetstone. Relying on these fine marks and lines, the delicate patterns of Edo kiriko are created with the artisan's expertise and skills.

First Cut

The base design is cut to about three-quarters of the final width and depth. The surface of the glass is cut using a sand paste-coated metal disc rotating at high speed. Generally, emery powder with many abrasive particles is used to create the sand paste. The clear pattern border lines and the irregular patterns are cut little by little. The balance between the thickness and depth of the cut lines relies upon the artisan's years of experience, as there are no detailed sketches.

Adjustments

The patterns cut in the second stage are adjusted, and the surface is smoothly polished in this process. A whetstone disc, natural or artificial, is used to cut delicate patterns which cannot be created with the metal disc used in the prior process. This is the last cutting stage to complete the designs, so careful work is required not to leave any powder residue and to ensure a brilliant finish.

Polishing

This is the final stage of production, and it is usually carried out on soda-lime glass (most prevalent type of glass). The opaque surface left by the third stage is returned once more to its original transparent state, with the attractive shine and sparkle typical of Edo kiriko. Chemical processing with hydrofluoric acid is also applied for high-class crystal glass. Depending on the piece, a variety of different polishing discs are used, such as paulownia wood discs, willow wood discs, hair brush discs, and belt discs. The final work is polished by applying water and polishing powders to obtain a glittering finish, while fine sections are polished with a cloth or a brush. To complete the final polishing, a cloth buffing disc is used to bring out the sparkle and shine of the cut glass.