Mali White and Terracotta Mug

A large mug from the original Mali collection by Nkuku

The Mali pottery collection is handmade from terracotta and dipped in an off-white glaze.

The handmade process relies on the skill and experience of the potter.

These tactile pieces are produced in a small kiln, made simply from bricks and lit by an open fire. The process is time consuming, but it is well worth the wait. The Nkuku Mali pottery is handmade in southern India as part of a fair-trade project. The project was established to provide training and secure employment for men and women both, from disadvantaged backgrounds. The scheme now employs 40 people and focuses particularly on empowering women in the workplace.