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<i>Trace Face</i> by CEMENT Produce

Hard to believe it's not real knitwear!

Looks authentic, even close up!

Handmade in Setomono white porcelain, the external unglazed chunky knit sweater texture contrasts beautifully with the smooth glazed pastel tones inside. Choose from all white or white with hues of green, pink or blue. Great for both warm and cold beverages, and a cozy companion for hot cocoa.

Makes a great gift for 'knitty' friends and family - Too sweet!

Microwave and dishwasher safe.

History of Setomono

The term Setomono (literally, ‘objects of Seto’) refers to ceramic-ware created in the city of Seto.

Seto, near Nagoya, is home to one of the six ancient kilns of medieval Japan (Nihon Rokkoyo). With a production history going back some 1300 years, the longest of any area in Japan, the location of the city makes it ideal for creating pottery and ceramics. Local soil contains good quality porcelain clay and silica (used in making glass), and there are forests nearby to provide firewood for fuel.

During the Kamakura-Period (1158~1333), Seto became known for producing ‘tenmoku’ tea bowls, which had previously always been imported from China. As it was the only place in Japan where pottery was glazed, Seto was the sole area able to create black-glazed bowls. As a result, the form, style and colors of its products differ greatly from those of the other five Nihon Rokkoyo.

The tea ceremony, first observed by the Imperial family around 815, was developed in tandem with ceramic-ware. It became so established that emperors gave their subjects tea or tea-utensils as Imperial gifts. Tea-utensils, accordingly, came to be regarded as valuable treasures.

By the end of the 16th century, enjoyment of the tea ceremony had become wide spread among the warrior class, which brought an exponential increase in the demand for tea-utensils, and led to one of the golden periods of Japanese ceramic production in Seto and the neighboring Mino region. Encouraged by the demands of the tea ceremony and the aesthetics of tea master, Oribe, individual artisans began to explore their craft most creatively.

Many of the most famous Raku and Shino bowls were produced at this time, and even in those days were hugely valuable. The Jesuit priest Louis Frois (1532~1597) wrote that one tea bowl equaled the price of the most precious jewels in Europe. As a result, Setomono is as common a term for ceramics in Japan as china is in England.

Product Details

Selling Agency Japan
Specification

Specifications

  • Material: Ceramic Ware
  • Dimensions: φ84mm (3.3in) x H70mm (2.75in)
  • Capacity: 240ml (approx.)
  • Weight: 165g (5.8oz)
  • Colors (external): White
  • Colors (internal): Green, Pink, White, Blue

Microwave and dishwasher safe.

・All the products handling in ALEXCIOUS are the genuine products from the original makers.
・The colors in the product photos may differ slightly from the actual product.
・The design, specifications, appearance, and price of products are subject to change without notice.

Porcelain Knit Cup - ceramic cup

CEMENT PRODUCE DESIGN

¥ 6,024
Approx. USD 41.59

Shipping Fee

¥ 5,200
(Approx. USD 35.90)
Gift wrapping available
  • White

    T1-C004-C001-01-01

    ¥ 6,024
    Domestic: Delivery in 1-2 business days.
    Overseas: It takes a few more days.
  • Pink

    T1-C004-C001-01-02

    ¥ 6,024
    Domestic: Delivery in 1-2 business days.
    Overseas: It takes a few more days.
  • Blue

    T1-C004-C001-01-03

    ¥ 6,024
    Domestic: Delivery in 1-2 business days.
    Overseas: It takes a few more days.
  • Green

    T1-C004-C001-01-04

    ¥ 6,024
    Domestic: Delivery in 1-2 business days.
    Overseas: It takes a few more days.

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Order Procedures

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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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  4. 4
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  5. 5
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Delivery and Wrapping

Shipping Method Delivery within Japan: Sagawa Express, Delivery Overseas: Express Mail Service (EMS) via the Japan Post Service
Shipping Fee
Japan:
¥ 1,100
Overseas:
Estimated Delivery Date
Japan:
Domestic delivery usually takes 1-3 days after the order is shipped.
Overseas:
For international delivery, delivery time can be estimated based on that of EMS (International Express Mail Service) once the order is shipped.Check the delivery time here.
Ship from Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
Track
Japan:
Sagawa Express Tracking Info Site
Overseas:
EMS Tracking Info Site
Insurance Included
Wrapping Message card (+ 110JPY / texts can be personalized) and gift wrapping (+ 550JPY) options are available. (Gift wrapping materials may be different from the image due to the size or shape of the product.)

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