Handmade Mug- Deanna Boerstler

My everyday object is a handmade ceramic mug. While a coffee mug is usually put into the category with someone whose life is high-speed and chaotic, this specific mug has slightly different aura. It is not mass manufactured, nor is it a specific measurement which contrasts what a generic coffee thermos is. The inside glaze does not overlap the outside color. It is not a typical shape, and the handle is definitely unique. There is also a handwritten message on the bottom. So, what does this say about the mug and the person who made it? I would describe the mug as carefree, yet with a great amount of attention having been paid to details. The person who made it was creative and innovative using a handle varying from the typical. They also used various glazes that go together well, showing that thought was put into the gift and that the person is artistic. This also tells us that the maker cares about who the mug was for. With this put into consideration, the mug probably belongs to someone who has a fast pace life, but also takes time to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life.

 

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