52 Rocks Glass

The sparkling expression created by the reflection of light is refreshing.

Turn over Mr. Yoshihiko Takahashi's cup, and you will notice a small "ponte" mark. A ponte is an iron rod attached to the bottom of the cup using a small amount of glass as glue to widen the opening of the piece. This charming expression, which also looks like a belly button, is a remnant of the hot-glass blowing process and a sign of handmade craftsmanship. Mr. Takahashi deliberately leaves this ponte mark, making it a joy to look at the bottom of the cup.

Diameter: Approx. 9 cm / Height: Approx. 9.5 cm / Capacity: Approx. 300 ml (when full)
As this is an artist's work, individual differences may occur.

*Not made of heat-resistant glass
*Not dishwasher safe
*As this is handmade blown glass, irregularities such as bumps on the surface or inside, as well as bubbles, may occur during the manufacturing process. This does not affect its use at all and is a characteristic of handmade items.
*Returns and refunds are not accepted under any circumstances. Please understand this before purchasing.

【Yoshihiko Takahashi Profile】
Born in Tokyo in 1958. Graduated from Tama Art University in 1980, majoring in Product Design in the Craft Design Course of the Department of Design, Faculty of Art, Major in Three-Dimensional Design. After serving as a research assistant in the Three-Dimensional Design Major at the same university, he honed his glassmaking skills as an assistant at the Glasthaus am Wasserturm workshop (Reichenbach, Germany) from 1982 to 1984. Opened his workshop in Sagamihara in 1985. Served as a professor at Tama Art University until the end of March 2022.