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Vintage German Ceramic Beer Stein / Mug – Relief Harvest ScenesBeautiful early to mid-20th century (likely pre-WWII) German ceramic beer stein (mug style, no lid) with detailed raised relief decoration. The body features ornate panels with figures (children/putti in traditional dress) engaged in harvest and rural activities, including carrying baskets of grapes, a figure with fish/fishing motif, one with a staff and hat, and foliage.Surrounded by elaborate white scrollwork, green backgrounds, brown ground, and decorative wheat/leaf bands near the top and base. The rim and foot are glazed in a warm cream/orange tone. Classic German folk/breweriana style.Measurements (approx., from photos with ruler):
• Height: ~6 inches (base to rim)
• Rim diameter: ~2.5 inches
• Base wider
• Capacity around 0.5 liter (~17 oz)Markings: Impressed “GERMANY” on the unglazed/partially glazed base, along with numbers (visible 5, and 17, likely mold or size indicators). The black 9 is likely an inventory mark. No prominent maker’s mark identified.Stein is also marked 0.5 L on the side Condition: Good vintage condition from the photos provided. Fine interior hairline crack - see photo. Base shows normal age-related dirt, staining, and light wear. No obvious major chips or cracks visible in the images. Photos show the true condition.
This is a classic decorative/export piece, likely from the 1950s–1970s based on style and the simple “GERMANY” mark. Perfect for a bar, man cave, Oktoberfest display, or German collectibles collection.Shipping: Carefully packed in a box with plenty of bubble wrap/padding. I ship fast within 1–2 business days.Feel free to message with questions. Thanks for looking!
