Designed by East Fork's founder Alex Matisse, the “Tulip Crown” displays rhythmic rings of tulip blooms wound on a fluid, continuous wreath — a symbol of abundance and renewal that blends Alex’s influences from the last 20 years.

Applied with custom formulated paints from our lab, each brushstroke has a translucent delicacy that celebrates care and intention with an effortless confidence. And what began with one maker's brush is now carried forward by a small team of East Fork painters whose skills are built through intentional training, practice and repetition.

This Hand Painted Mug is marked by subtle variation, expressive brushwork and the unmistakable touch of the human hand.

Available in Fawn (Eggshell hand painted on Morel) and Toile (Eggshell hand painted on Heron).

Details:

• Individually hand painted at East Fork
• Each piece is stamped with a personal makers' mark identifying the decorator and year
• Beautiful on its own or layered with core colors
• Sold individually
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• Dimensions: 3.6” dia x 4.5“ H
• Holds 10 oz comfortably, 12 oz to the brim
• Weight: 1.3 lbs
• Material: Lead Free Stoneware

East Fork pottery is made by humans and reduction-fired in Asheville, North Carolina. Any differences in glaze applications and surfaces are there to embrace.

Care:

• Avoid open flames or preheated ovens. Our pots are oven safe up to 350° but must start in a cool oven and be brought up to heat gradually (think crème brûlée).
• Over time, your pots might accumulate mild cutlery marks. These can be buffed off with warm water and scouring powder such as Bar Keeper's Friend.

From the maker:

East Fork is a vessel. Founded by potters, East Fork is a Certified B Corporation in Asheville, North Carolina, committed to bringing you beautiful and enduring objects for the home while using our business to contribute to a more joyful and equitable world.

"At the heart of it is a simple conviction: that our business should be a force for creating a more just, joyful, and equitable world. Through clay, through commerce, through culture, we set a beautiful and abundant table for as many people as we can." - Alex Matisse, CEO & Founder