Latte Cup in Unique Ceramic – Handmade by Stanislavs Vilums

Latte Cup – The Slow Enjoyment in Unique Clay

Give your latte, mocha, or chai the home it deserves. This handmade latte cup from the Stanislavs Vilums x BloomVik collection is created for moments when time should stand still. With its generous shape and warm texture, the cup invites you to let your hands rest around the warm clay while you enjoy the coffee’s aromas.

Each cup is wheel-thrown by hand on a traditional foot-powered wheel in Latvia. The distinctive black-silver finish is created in the dark of a wood-fired kiln, where a demanding reduction firing transforms the clay’s surface into an iridescent work of art. It’s not just a utensil; it’s a piece of tamed nature that develops its own personal patina the more you use it.

"A latte cup should not only hold coffee; it should hold warmth. Vilums’ ceramics retain temperature and provide a tactile experience that industrial porcelain can never match."

Why you’ll choose this latte cup:

• Designed for your hands: The unglazed exterior is saturated with edible olive oil, providing a fantastic grip and a silky, organic surface.
• Living surface: The unique firing means no two cups are alike. The color play shifts between deep black and metallic silver depending on how the light hits.
• Sensory story: As a testament to the open fire, a new cup carries a subtle, pleasant scent of smoke and leather that naturally fades and becomes part of your ritual.
• Perfect volume (250 ml): The size is carefully balanced for a classic latte or a rich flat white, with room for both coffee and creamy milk foam.
• Sustainable and authentic: Made entirely without chemical glazes on the outside and with respect for centuries-old Latvian traditions.

The master behind the wheel: Stanislavs Vilums

Stanislavs Vilums (b. 1968) is not just a ceramicist; he is a guardian of history. From his workshop, Cukrasāta, he works with the four elements – earth, water, air, and fire – to create pieces exhibited in galleries worldwide. By removing oxygen during firing, he forces the clay to reveal its inner beauty in the form of the unique metallic shades you see on this cup.

Technical Specifications

Care and Maintenance

To best care for your unique artisan piece, we recommend:

• Gentle washing: Hand washing is ideal to preserve the oiled surface and patina.
• Dishwasher: Can be used at low temperatures, but avoid the harshest dishwasher tablets.
• Maintenance: If the exterior feels dry after long use, you can restore its glow with a single drop of regular cooking oil.

A rare find in limited edition

Since each cup requires days of preparation, drying, and precise firing, they are produced only in small batches. This is your chance to bring a rare fusion of Latvian art and Nordic minimalism into your home.

Order your handmade latte cup today and feel the calm settle with every sip.