This is a beer mug made by Derek Larsen, an American-born artist currently working in Kyoto, using Shigaraki clay and fired in an anagama kiln. The simple form is complemented by the beautiful kiln transformation and natural glaze, allowing you to feel the texture of the clay and the intensity of the flames. Approximate size: Diameter: Approximately 6 cm Height: Approximately 11.5 cm [Profile] 1975 Born in Kansas, USA 1998 Built his first anagama kiln in Kansas 2000 Earned a Design degree from the University of Kansas 2002 Assisted Daniel Lafferty in Australia and built an anagama kiln 2003 Received a Master's degree in anagama kiln firing from Southern Cross University, Australia 2004 Became a ceramics specialist professor at Johnson County Community College, Kansas 2005 Received the Biennale Prize (Ceramic Art Award) from the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA), USA 2006 Became an art specialist professor at the University of Central Missouri 2010 Stayed in Japan as an artist-in-residence at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park, Shiga Prefecture 2011 Built an anagama kiln in Kakihira, Aichi Prefecture 2012 Selected for the 5th Contemporary Tea Ceramics Exhibition (Toki City), Rakuseki Kiln (Kakihira, Aichi Prefecture) Currently working in Kyoto Notes: This listing is for the artwork only. Type... Pottery Type... Sake vessel Type... Shigaraki ware Type... Beer mug