Coffee or Tea

This deep terracotta drinking cup has an interesting form, but seems less ergonomic with the handles. Despite the fact that they are less traditional and therefore hold some unique value, they make the cup look more like a pot if I didn't know the scale of this form.

This drinking cup is extremely exquisite in every way. I have an affinity for medieval works, and this thing screams it. The form alone already gives it a powerful presence, since it almost resembles a pedestal. The shades of gray enamel create a stunning surface that moves and draws the eye. The silver wraps add are small and very particular, adding a nice touch.

These modern "Bobtail Cups" by John Oles are fun and innovative. I haven't seen any handles like the ones he built for these, but I think it is very successful with the rest of the form and textured base.

I absolutely love the sets by Nicholas Bivins. Looking at his works, I can almost get a sense of the effort put into these because they look generated on a computer or machined. There is a very geometric quality to his pieces, and the circuit-looking glaze patterns help reinforce this idea.