Suga Pottery Fairness Cup - Oxidized Cream Yellow

Gong Dao Bei 公道杯/茶海 (also called Justice Cup) by Ben Suga of Suga Pottery in soft yellow. The small pitcher is used in traditional Chinese Gong Fu Cha (tea brewing) to ensure every guest receives tea of the same exact strength and color. 

Even though we specialize in Japanese teaware, we decided to include this collection to expand our knowledge of Asian tea practices. You can choose to use the cup for sake, milk, creamers, or sauces. 

The surface is finished in a lighter, more oxidized Shino glaze. Subtle variations in color and texture record the path of flame through the kiln, giving the piece a quiet, geological depth. Because each bowl is handmade, it has unique variations in color and textured glaze. In rare instances, this glaze blushes into a fiery orange, depending on the atmosphere within the kiln. Because the effect is so uncommon, it’s always a joy to see these pieces emerge from their long journey through the fire.

With roots in Japan and apprenticing with renowned ceramic masters in Karatsu, Japan, and Minnesota, Ben Suga focuses on creating high-quality ceremonial teaware, tableware, and sculpture in his studio in the Catskill Mountains. 

These stoneware bowls are fired at high temperatures, resulting in their durability. 

They also make perfect gifts for anyone. We offer our signature gift-wrapping, which includes an eco-friendly kraft box, noshi paper, and a mizuhiki tie. 

Material: Stoneware clay

Dimensions: 4 ¾" diameter, 2 ¾" height

Dishwasher-safe, but please ensure there aren't any moving objects when you run a cycle.