Handmade Studio Art Pottery Blue & White Sponge Rim Mugs and Toothpick/Shot Glass Set
Unbranded / Independent Studio Potter (Artisan) · Kitchenware & Appliances > Drinkware & Pottery
Era / Decade
1990s-2000s (based on thrown wheel marks, glaze style, and form)
Material
Glazed Stoneware / Ceramic with Cobalt Blue Feathered Rim Detail
Condition
Very Good. Appears free of major cracks, though minor original firing imperfections and slight fleabites or glaze inconsistencies along the rims are present consistent with handmade pottery.
Demand Level
Moderate to Niche. Cottagecore, farmcore, and handmade pottery collectors consistently look for blue-and-white artisan drinkware.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$15 - $28 (Low: $12, Mid: $20, High: $28)
Estimated Retail Value
$45 - $60 (original studio artist price range for a 3-piece handmade set)
Comparable Sales
Unsigned 3-piece studio pottery mug/cup sets typically sell for $18 to $25 on eBay and Etsy.
Description
Charming 3-piece handmade studio pottery set featuring two wide-mouth coffee mugs/teacups with handles and one small matching handle-less toothpick holder or shot cup. Finished in a glossy off-white glaze with a distinctive cobalt blue feathered/sponge-rim accent. Hand-thrown texture visible in the body curve.
Key Features
Artisan handmade appeal, rustic blue and white colorway, unique feathered glaze rim design, complete matching 3-piece set.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence as authentic studio art pottery due to wheel marks, hand-pulled handles, and unique glaze variation. Maker's mark or signature may be present on the bottom.
Flaws to Note
Minor glaze skips and unevenness typical of artisan stoneware; small fleabite marks near the rims.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (if vintage 20+ years old or artisan focus), eBay, Mercari, or local Facebook Marketplace.
Selling Tips
Photograph the bottom to showcase any potential maker's signature or stamp. Use keywords like 'Studio Pottery', 'Hand Thrown Stoneware', 'Cobalt Blue Rim', 'Cottagecore', and 'Artisan Ceramic Mug Set'. Wrap heavily in bubble wrap to protect during shipping.