Description
I made Taos 20 on the potter’s wheel from an iron bearing stoneware clay. With a taller profile to add the volume so many have requested. Beaded rim and a generous handle, which I pull directly from the body of the mug. And a small bead of clay as a thumb stop or rest. Flat bottom.
After the mug is fired to bisque, or roughly 1800 degrees F, I dip the part of the cup in a floating blue glaze that I make. Next, I dip the lower portion of the cup in a copper green glaze that I make. Then, I splash a bit of homemade cream rust glaze across the surface. And lastly, I add red gold to the rim, and daub the surface to create “blooms”. This 4-part glaze technique is something I developed over time and call “Taos” because it reminds me of the natural environment of Northern New Mexico. Mountains/juniper/sage + impossibly blue skies, dotted with fascinating clouds, and dripping in sunshine. Love the red browns creeping in to this small batch.
I glaze fire all my pottery to at least 2200 degrees F, so all my mugs are microwave, oven, and dishwasher safe.
Taos 20 makes a great housewarming, birthday, holiday, or thank you gift. Helps to keep beverages hot or cold longer. Holds a lotta love, hot or cold! Light weight. Smooth to the touch and well-balanced.
Two mugs at 5” H and two mugs at 5.75″H. All four are 20 oz capacity.
