18th Century Westerwald GR Jug, Krug, Gray Salt Glaze, Cobalt & Manganese
Germany, circa 1725 - SOLD
Exceptional bulbous ovoid example of large proportion; the front displays a molded and
applied roundel; wreath border enclosing the “GR” cipher beneath a crown and
surmounting a winged angelic device…all centered within a crisply incised border of
interlocking oval devices. The central design flanked by flower stems and large scrolled
devices brushed in rich cobalt. Finely turned neck brushed in manganese, molded foot.
The pewter lid is engraved “H W” (over) “No. 12”; “1/2” is incised under the ribbed
handle. See Steinzeug, Kunstgewerbemuseum Der Stadt Koln, Koln 1986; page 345,
plate 545. (Height: 12.25" to thumbpiece; 9.75” to rim; excellent original condition)
SOLD
1012-159
Westerwald Jug, Salt Glaze Stoneware, GR, Cobalt & Manganese, Circa 1740
Georgius Rex Jug with Incised & Applied Decoration, Westerwald, Germany - SOLD
As depicted, a bulbous ovoid form on footed base; large proportion having a
manganese glazed finely reeded neck; the front displays a molded and applied roundel
enclosing “ GR” the cipher of either King George I or II…centered by incised looping
and scrolling patterns brushed in heavy cobalt. Under the ribbed handle is found ½ in
cobalt slip, molded foot. (Height: 10.5-inches.)
SOLD
1247-13
Salt Glazed Stoneware Bellarmine Jug, Graybeard, Bartman, Frechen, Three Medallions
Germany, 17th Century
See Steinzeug book, Koln 1986, page 256 and 257, numbers 329A and B - SOLD
(Very old and small chip to foot, else fine and original; H: 15”)
SOLD
1012-91
Massive Bristol Salt Glazed Two Handled Hunting Mug, Silver Mounted
Probably Bristol, Circle of John Harwell, 18th Century
Hallmarked by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson, Date mark: 1795 - SOLD
Freckled brown dip-glaze; applied sprigs depicting mounted sportsmen and hounds chasing a hare, birds in flight and the sun above, taverns and trees around the foot-rim.
See Browne Mugs, English Brown Stoneware by Robin Hildyard
SOLD
424-296
Salt Glaze Stoneware, Bartmann Bottle, Graybeard Jug, Bellarmine
Frechen, Germany, Circa 1590 to 1625 - SOLD
Beautifully potted, three Pfaltzgraf medallions, great bearded mask
(Excellent original condition: H: 9")
SOLD
1247-1
RARE LARGE Brown Stoneware Pewter Mounted Tankard, Kerbschnitt (Chip Carved)
Banded, Applied Floral Decoration, Circular Spreading Foot
Creussen, German, Circa 1720 to 1740
See page 155 of Early Stoneware Steins from the Les Paul Collection - SOLD
(Few chips to rim hidden by pewter rim; overall H: 10.5”, diameter at base: 6.5”)
SOLD
1012-108
Salt Glazed Handled Jug, Bembel, Jug,Westerwald, Hohr, Grenzhausen, Bembel
Circa 1800-1840
A Good size jug in fine condition displaying simple yet effective tooled decoration - SOLD
(Excellent original condition; height: 10.5”)
413-49
Small C. 1650 Siegburg Salt Glaze Bottle, Roundels Showing Biblical Image, Pewter Mounted - SOLD
A quit similar although a tad larger example is found within: Deutsches Steinzeug der renaissance und barock zeit by Ekkart Klinge, page 32, plate 38. (Wear to pewter thumbpiece, otherwise very good; 5.25”)
1012-118 - SOLD
Altenburg Pewter Mounted Brown Salt Glazed Stein, Lid Engraved “FRL 1683”
Germany, circa 1670 to 1700 - SOLD
(Excellent original condition; H: 8.5”, diameter: 4.5”)
1012-102 - SOLD
Bellarmine Stoneware Jug, Bearded Face on Neck, Medallion, Griffin and Lion
Jacob Aver Sohne/ Kvrkolner/Koln Gegr 1850
Made Circa 1910 by Merkelbach in Grenzhausen, Germany - SOLD
Made by Kolner Muhle (Kurkolner) for Jacob Auer and Sons, a fest hall founded in 1850. (Excellent condition; H: 7”)
879-94 - SOLD
Bellarmine Stoneware Jug, Gray Beard, Bartmann, Ovoid Form, Tigerware
Frechen, Germany, 17th Century - SOLD
A small exaggerated ovoid form featuring a narrow foot and tooled neck above beaded mask above stylized pinwheel/floral seal in brown glaze. (Minor glaze wear to rim, expected small and shallow chips to edge of foot, kiln-drip, else fine and original; H: 8.75”)
843-255 - SOLD
Brown Saltglaze Stoneware Jug, Bartmannkrug, Grey Beard, Armorial Bellarmine
Seal of Amsterdam, Clean
Frechen, Circa 1600
A globular form featuring a frontal medallion, the seal of Amsterdam beneath mask - SOLD
See Steinzzeug, page256, number 328 for similar. (Superb original condition; H: 7.5")
1012-2 - SOLD
Small Brown Salt glazed Stoneware Jug, Bartmannkrug, Graybeard, Bellarmine
Frechen, Germany, Circa Early 17th Century
Wonderful bulbous globular form - SOLD
(Minor chips; H: 9”)
843-249 - SOLD
Molded and Glazed Tile, 17th Century Stove Tile
Germany, first-half 17th century - SOLD
Rare in this size and quality, often position at center of stove, noble lady flanked by columns festooned with drapery within arch…the upper spandrels with angels. (Excellent original condition with a few minor glaze flakes
(13 5/8 by 11 5/8”)
1012-119 - SOLD
Stoneware, Double Handle Spouted Jug, Tullenkanne, Doppelhenkel, Flasche Irdenware spouted pot, thumbed feet, and body cordons
Steinzeug, Germany, Circa 1400 - SOLD
(Two chips to foot, else fine original condition; H: 11")
1012-61 - SOLD
Saltglaze, Brown Stoneware Krug, Pewter Mounted, Made for Farrier, Superb
Muskau, Germany
Lid dated 1786 - SOLD
The engraved lid features a horseshow above tacks, centered by hoof nipper pliers and a hammer, all within wreath surmounted with initials F.F. The body features applied branch-like devices against a diapered ground. See Steinzeug, pp. 45 - 47. (Fine original condition; H: 8.5")
1012-30 - SOLD
Raeren, Brown Salt Glaze Jug, Kurfursten Krug, Pewter Mounted, Height: 9.5"
Germany
Circa 1600 - SOLD
The Kurfursten krug was popular in heraldic Germany, generally made by Raeren potters in brown salt glazed form. This example, in very good condition, retains its original lid with makers mark and linen-fold mark; applied, incised, and impressed ornamentations featuring portraits of seven Kurfursten electors of the King of the Holy Roman Empire (Germany) within architectural arcade.
The half-length figures of the Kurfursten with their coat of arms are:
Berthold von Henneberg (Erzbischof von Mainz) 1484-1504
Hermann IV. Von Hessen (Erzbischof von Koln) 1480-1508
Johann II. Von Baden (Erzbischof von Trier) 1456-1503
Philipp der Aufrichtige (Kurfurst von der Pfalz) 1476-1508
Friedrich der Weise (Kurfurst von Sachsen) 1486-1525
Albrecht (Kurfurst von Brandenburg) 1499-1513
Vladislav II. (Konig von Bohmen) 1471-1516
This piece remains in excellent attractive condition; minor restoration to small areas of lip at rim. See Steinzeug, page 273, number 363
1012-33 - SOLD
Silver Mounted Tiger Ware Jug, Salt Glazed, Elizabethan
Germany
16th Century
Elaborate silver mountings - SOLD
Excellent overall condition, minor flake to handle.
(H: 10")
570-347 - SOLD
Salt Glaze Stoneware Drinking (Ale) Jug, Cylindrical Neck, and Strap Handle
Brown wash, under speckled salt glaze
Frechen, Circa 1600
Featuring characteristically sharp tooled shoulder cordons - SOLD
(There are a few chips at the rim traveling to inner rim; H: 7.5")
310-118 - SOLD
Saltglaze Stoneware Face Jug, No Handle
Raeren, Circa 1500 - SOLD
Missing strap handle; missing one lobe of base at rear, otherwise fine
(H: 4")
946-4 - SOLD
Stoneware Jug, Cobalt Stag Decoration
Somerset Potter's Works (1847 to 1909)
Massachusetts, Circa 1875 - SOLD
A cobalt blue decorated salt glaze stoneware jug, five gallon, decorated with a stag flanked by stylized trees, impressed "Somerset/Potters Works/ 5."
Dimensions: 18" H.
909-9 - SOLD
Bartmann Jug, Salt Glaze Stoneware with Wash
Pewter Mounted
Frechen
Dated 1699 - SOLD
This notable example is ornamented with classically inspired portrait medallions and foliage; a legend on the applied band surrounding the middle of the jug and a wonderfully molded bearded man. The molding of handle is typical of the period. Fine original condition. Dimensions: 9.25" H.
570-214 - SOLD
German Brown Saltglaze, Stoneware Bellarmine Jug
Bartmannkrug, early round form
Circa 1540 to 1550
German - SOLD
A rare, sought after and early brown stoneware jug with applied loop handle; ornamentation includes a bearded mask on the neck, above branches, oak leaves, and acorns. This outstanding jug has only use wear, no cracks or substantial chips, no repairs or restoration.
Dimensions: 6.5" H.
570-215 - SOLD
Stoneware Crock, Salt Glaze, Decorated, Tree Stump, Fence and Birds
West Troy Pottery
New York - SOLD
Straight sided with applied lug handles; stamped maker's mark.
Two small chips on backside of rim, all else fine.
(Dimensions: 10.5" H; 10.5" diameter.)
909-3 - SOLD
Stoneware Jugs
17th and 18th Century
Left to right:
Stoneware Jug, Ovoid
England, brown salt glaze
18th Century - SOLD
With tooled spout and applied handle.
Minor imperfections. (H: 11.75")
346-25
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Stoneware Jug, Ovoid
England, brown salt glaze
18th Century - SOLD
With tooled spout and applied handle, and impressed "2".
Minor imperfections. (H: 15")
346-24
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Stoneware, Bellarmine Jug, Ovoid
Monk Face
Germany
17th Century - SOLD
Typical form in brown mottled glaze with pressed and applied monk-face having medallion below. (H: 9.25")
346-27
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Stoneware Jug, Ovoid
England, brown salt glaze
18th Century - SOLD
With tooled spout and applied handle.
Very good condition. (H: 11.75")
346-26
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