Overview
A classic 0.5-liter cobalt blue and cream stoneware stein featuring high-relief scenes of Alpine romance and hunting culture.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
German Salt-Glazed Relief Beer Stein, c. 1890-1910
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Story
During the late 1800s, Germany experienced a 'Golden Age' of stoneware where beer vessels became canvases for national pride and folk storytelling.
Maker / Origin
The impressed marks on the base are consistent with the prolific workshops of the Westerwald region, likely Marzi & Remy or Gerz, who were masters of the salt-glazing technique.
Condition & Value
The stoneware appears to be in excellent condition with no visible 'spider' cracks or significant chips to the relief. Value for this type of Westerwald stoneware is driven by the condition of the pewter lid and the crispness of the mold.
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