Sake cup (guinomi) after 1980

ceramic

clear colour scheme

egg art

3d printed part

ceramic

jewelry design

ring

japan

sculptural image

curved letter used

wash background

watercolour illustration

jewelry

blue on white background

This small, ceramic sake cup (guinomi) was created by Japanese artist Kawai Tōru after 1980. The cup is made of stoneware and features a swirling, blue glaze with accents of brown. The artist's interest in form and texture is evident in this piece, which is characterized by its distinctive, organic shape. The cup is part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection.