Handmade Cup - Amber Ash Seloura #9 - OOAK

Amber Ash Handmade Ceramic Seloura Cup - 14oz Artisan Drinking Vessel

Experience the art of slow drinking with this one-of-a-kind handmade ceramic Seloura cup. The name "Seloura" draws inspiration from two ancient words: the Hebrew "selah" meaning "pause," and the Arabic "noura" meaning "light"—an invitation to pause in the light of each moment.

This handcrafted 14oz vessel features our signature Amber Ash glaze—a mesmerizing blend of golden honey and olive tones. The surface is adorned with dozens of hand-painted resist dots and lines that create an interplay of layered glazes creating a subtle, calming textural experience that invites exploration with every sip.

Each Seloura cup is truly individual, with the organic pattern cascading across the amber base like sun-dappled forest light. The unique asymmetric form cradles comfortably in your hands, while the handleless design encourages you to pause, connect directly with the warmth of your beverage, and drink mindfully—perfect for Turkish coffee, ceremonial tea, pour-over coffee, or your favorite sipping chocolate.

The magic continues inside—the interior reveals a secret grotto-like landscape, where the Amber Ash glaze pooled and responded to the curves of the walls during firing. Each cup contains its own hidden world of crystallizations and depth, like peering into a luminous cavern. It's a private discovery with every sip, a reminder that beauty exists in the unseen places.

This piece is part of the Playground Collection—where I experiment with new techniques and glaze combinations. It's not flawed, just exploratory, and offered at a reduced price to reflect its role in my creative journey.

More than just a drinking vessel, this artisan cup becomes a grounding presence in your daily routine—a beautiful reminder to pause in the light, feel the gentle texture beneath your fingertips, and be fully present.

Features:

• Handcrafted using a pottery wheel and sculpture techniques, completely one-of-a-kind
• 14oz capacity—ideal for mindful sipping
• Amber Ash glaze with hand-painted resist dots revealing bare clay
• Unique asymmetric form for comfortable holding
• Handleless design for direct connection to warmth
• Subtle, calming textural surface
• Versatile design—beautiful as both a drinking vessel and a vase
• Name inspired by "selah" (pause) and "noura" (light)
• Food-safe, microwave and top rack dishwasher safe (hand washing recommended to preserve the beauty)
• Each piece is signed by the artist

Perfect for the mindful home, tea ceremony practitioners, slow living enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates functional art that transforms drinking into a meditative ritual of pausing in the light.