A German stoneware jug
1618, Westerwald
The baluster shaped jug with mounted pewter lid with scallop-shell thumbpiece, decorated with seven different scenes around the body and finished with cobalt blue coloured paint. Dated 'Anno 1618' around one of the columns.
H 33.5 cm
For a similar example, see page 259 of 'German Stoneware 1200-1900' by David Gaimster.
A large chip on the footrim, natural manufacturing flaws as to be expected, otherwise in good condition.
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1618, Westerwald
The baluster shaped jug with mounted pewter lid with scallop-shell thumbpiece, decorated with seven different scenes around the body and finished with cobalt blue coloured paint. Dated 'Anno 1618' around one of the columns.
H 33.5 cm
For a similar example, see page 259 of 'German Stoneware 1200-1900' by David Gaimster.
A large chip on the footrim, natural manufacturing flaws as to be expected, otherwise in good condition.