Silver Coffee Dripper

Description

I am a Silver Coffee Dripper. I shine as brightly as the Little Dipper.

Curator’s Notes

I’ve seen many ceramic coffee drippers in my life, and still I gasped out loud when I saw this one. That may seem like a dramatic reaction, but the works of Masanobu Ando have that effect. Shapes, textures, and hues draw influence from various facets of nature for a presence that is deeply emotive. The silver glaze glows and darkens as you turn the piece, and the ridges of the inside taper down to form an opening in the shape of a very lovable little star. The fact that it’s a functional tool essential for the creation of a great cup of coffee adds to this object’s universal beauty.

Silver Coffee Dripper was curated by Angélique Chmielewski

Designer/Maker

Maker: Masanobu Ando

Designer: Masanobu Ando

Specifications

Dimensions:

4.5” (w) x 5.0” (l) x 3.0” (h) or 110mm (w) x 125mm (l) x 75mm (h) 

Weight: 8 oz or  232 gr

Materials: Ceramic, Silver Overglaze

Details

• Handmade in Tajimi, Japan
• Dripper has a ridge design to allow quick flow
• Dripper functions with the use of most standard sized coffee filters
• Silver overglaze will develop a natural patina over time
• Hand wash only with mild soap and soft sponge
• Dry with soft cloth after washing 
• Do not microwave
• Do not place in dish wash
• Large version available here