Obori Soma Ware Jumping Horse Tea Cup / 大堀相馬焼 湯呑 LCT-B1D4 easy-to-hold shape feels familiar and

easy-to-hold shape feels familiar and relaxed

a balance that is rarely found in Kiyomizu ware

perfect for your favourite tea or coffee

Subtle variations in the handcrafted pattern give each bowl its own unique presence

it reflects the level of craftsmanship reserved for special commissions and collector-grade pieces

Obori Soma Ware Jumping Horse Tea Cup / 大堀相馬焼 湯呑 LCT-B1D4 easy-to-hold shape feels familiar andFor more than 350 years, Obori Soma ware () has been crafted in Namie, Fukushima, Japan. It is recognised by three distinctive features: a hand painted galloping horse inspired by the regions centuries old horse culture; a soft, bluish celadon glaze covered with a delicate network of fine crackles known as *aohibi*, or blue crackle; and its remarkable double walled construction. By joining two vessels together before firing, artisans create a hollow