Tea, Sake, or Whisky Cups with Infinity Knot by George Gledhill

Tea, Sake, or Whisky Cups with Infinity Knot by George Gledhill; Payette, Idaho. The Infinity Knot is an auspicious symbol in Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and in Celtic Lore. It can symbolize eternal love, faith; or the endless cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Three cups ($60 full set) with amber colored glaze and the knot carved into the outside face. Handmade, so slight variations in size and weight. Approximate full volume = 4oz (120ml): GG12.TS.6 H.2.25"(5.5cm) x Dia.3"(7.5cm), weight 105g. GG12.TS.7 H.2.125"(5.25cm) x Dia.3.125"(8cm), weight 101g. GG12.TS.8 H.2.125"(5.25cm) x Dia.3"(7.5cm), weight 122g. There have been several influences to George Gledhill's ceramic work. Buddhism has been a guiding force in his life for many years, and George even visits local prisons to teach the Dharma to inmates. Through pottery and Buddhism, he was exposed to Tea practitioners who complimented his work and encouraged him to produce Tea wares. Their introduction to the world of Tea Ceremony