A vintage German stoneware beer stein with a pewter lid, featuring a plain, unadorned body. German beer steins are steeped in history, originating in the 14th century as a response to the bubonic plague and the subsequent laws requiring covered drinking vessels for hygienic reasons. Stoneware, a common material for these vessels, was prized for its durability and ability to keep beverages cool. Over centuries, steins evolved from simple functional pieces to elaborate works of art, often decorated with historical events, cultural scenes, or guild symbols. This particular stein's simple design suggests an earlier or more utilitarian purpose. Please review all pictures in listing for condition.
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Antique German Glass Handpainted Porcelain And Pewter Lid Beer Stein Glass has a crack on the bottom and stain. Please look at all pictures and message me about any questions. Sell as is
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The lid is massive pewter, with the thumblift made in the form of lyre. These thumblifts were usually ordered used for people of musical professions. The stein is in excellent condition. It is a larger one, standing 9.5" to the top of the thumblift, 1L capacity.
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9.5” Antique 1940's 'Tavern Scene' Germany Lidded German Beer Stein Mug #A. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.
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Antique German-style stein likely manufactured in Japan painted with 2 images. Likely to be from 1980s
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Please see all photos for accurate condition. It has lots of honest patina. Looks like the lid hinge was soldered/fixed a long time ago. Beautiful repoussé work seems to show Crusade saints/kings. Aprox 9 inches high, 470g Carefully dispatched with royal mail 48 tracked delivery.
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This stein features raised pictures of old style wood bowling pins on the sides, a depiction of a wood bowling ball on the lid, and is most likely 1 liter (but not sure). The actual age is not known, but could date back as far as the early 1900's (but can't say how old for sure).
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It is made in a very traditional style in tan pottery with decorations hand-painted over the transfer outline. Finger wrestling, or Fingerhakeln in German, is a very popular sport in Germany. It goes back many centuries.
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