La sereine cup - 15 cl

A unique stoneware cup made in France

This stoneware cup, with a capacity of approx. 15 cl, is made by ceramicist Justine Cornuot at her studio in Aubervilliers.

“I designed these cups to be comfortable to hold. I wanted a simple design, so I chose a gently rounded shape.”

Each cup is carefully finished using two different glazes, beige and white, which are layered to create unique colour variations.

As part of this same collaboration, discover the 10 cl La contemplation cup.

Production stages

1) Prototyping

Creating a cup is a long process that starts with prototyping. “I make several versions on my potter’s wheel, adjusting the size and shape so that the cup feels good to hold and looks the way I want it.”

2) Creating the glaze

Justine also researches and creates her own glazes. She adjusts the formula and tests them in layers to achieve the desired effect.

3) Kneading the clay

Justine kneads the clay to remove air bubbles and make it malleable and easier to work.

4) Throwing the cups

She then throws the cups on the wheel to shape them, before leaving them to dry slightly for 48 hours.

5) Finishing

The cups are then returned to the wheel for the final touches. The cup is turned over so the base can be finished and the shape adjusted.

6) First firing

The cups are left to dry completely, then are fired at 900°C.

7) Glazing

Each cup is dipped in tubs of glaze that Justine has prepared herself.

8) Second firing

The cups are returned to the kiln for a second firing at 1,250°C. After two days, Justine can see the finished results and is ready to pack the pieces.

Meet ceramist Justine Cornuot

“I previously had a digital career, but in 2021 I decided to change direction and work with clay. After training on the potter’s wheel with Philippe Paumier and obtaining my diploma, I opened my studio in Aubervilliers, where I make small dishes, vases and more sculptural forms.

My pieces, which are both unique and in series, are raw yet refined. The clay is always visible and I use soft, natural colours.

I’m careful about the materials I use, and make sure I avoid anything that has too great an impact on communities or the environment. I work with clay from pits in Burgundy.

Since I started, I’ve been continuously learning new techniques from ceramic artists including Shingo Takeuchi, Marc Uzan, Nathalie Domingo, Maria Bosh and Lisa Allegra.

I also teach pottery to adults with autism.”