This Westerwald stoneware pottery jug with pewter mounts was made in Germany, c.1800. It is decorated in an ornate scroll-like relief pattern with cobalt and manganese glazes. The pewter bands around the neck are a later addition to help stabilize multiple cracks, and the original pewter top has the engraved initials of H. R. It stands 13.5 inches high, 5.5 inches wide.
I would love to find out more information on this striking jug so please post any insights you may have.
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I’ve had trouble finding an accurate “before” photo so instead I’ve included a wonderful German oil painting c.1675, featuring an early stoneware jug, similar in style to mine. Now, if only it had an early inventive repair…
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Tags: German, metal bands, pewter, pottery
Very cool.
Feels very Turkish or Moroccan. Love the placement of a similar jug in the oil painting. These jugs deserved pride of place!
Thank you, Scott & Joy!
This is a beautiful example of early 19th century Westerwald
And how even more interesting with its repair.
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Brian M