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Lot 388:
Description
A German stoneware beer stein featuring high-relief decoration and a deep cobalt blue glaze. The central rectangular panel depicts a municipal building with a clock tower, identified by the transcription Ruhpolding / Obb. in the lower section, referring to the town in Upper Bavaria. The body is decorated with moulded edelweiss flowers, an alpine chalet, and evergreen trees. The handle is shaped to resemble a textured tree branch. The piece is fitted with a hinged, domed metal lid with decorative foliate banding and a pointed finial. Based on visual characteristics and market consensus, this item is attributed to West German manufacturers such as Gerz.
Height: 24cm.
Condition report:
The item is in good overall condition. The stoneware body shows no visible chips, cracks, or significant crazing. The metal lid exhibits surface oxidation and tarnish consistent with age. The hinge and thumb lift are functional.
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