MANZ Tea Cup, Blue
Design: Richard Manz
Tea Cup: A form Richard Manz explored repeatedly throughout his career, the stackable Tea Cup demonstrates the freedom of studio practice. Its refined proportions, small foot, and comfor- table grip make for a particularly satisfying drinking experience. Designed to encourage tactile connection, it complements both contemporary and traditional atmospheres. Available glazed in Brown or Blue, or in Natural, with a clear-glazed interior and raw exterior.
250 ml.
1616 / arita japan
Arita is a village located on Kyushu Island in southern Japan, known for its porcelain. It was in this town, in the year 1616, that the Koreans first introduced the art of pottery to Japan. Up to today Arita still produces ceramics made by local craftsmen using the distinctive ingredient of clay made from crushed stone.
Inspired by the profound experience and skills of local Arita craftsmen, designer and creative director Teruhiro Yanagihara developed a complete new ceramics brand for Momota–Touen Corporation. Named after its origins, 1616 / arita japan products are produced in the same factories as the original Arita pottery but take a complete different design approach. 1616 / arita japan stands for contemporary products that can be used every day, though made with the extraordinary workmanship, thinness and strength of original Arita ware. Each piece is designed with versatility in mind, allowing people around the world to make them a part of their everyday life.
1616 / arita japan consists of four collections. World class designers from around the world participate in 1616 / arita japan and present their collections for each series. Teruhiro Yanagihara, Scholten & Baijings, Pierre Charpin and Cecilie Manz