Overview
This is a robust stoneware beer stein from the 'Tobago' line, featuring a rich, speckled brown reactive glaze and a functional brass-toned lid.
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Preliminary identification
Goebel Oeslauer Manufaktur 'Tobago' Lidded Beer Stein, c.1970s
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Story
During the 1970s, the Goebel company—the same masters behind the world-famous Hummel figurines—embraced the 'Back to Nature' movement with their Oeslauer Manufaktur line.
Maker / Origin
Founded in 1871, Goebel became a global powerhouse through its partnership with Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel.
Condition & Value
The stoneware appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips or cracks. While Goebel is a prestigious name, their stoneware lines are currently more affordable than their rare figurines; value is driven by the cross-over appeal to…
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