German Lidded Beer Stein
This stein is pottery or stoneware and a pewter lid. The scene has a raised texture and is a reproduction of a painting from Eduard von Grutzner (1846-1925). The stein had a newspaper picture of the original painting tucked inside. The bottom rim has a chip and some paint wear but looks good overall. It measures 10 inches in height with the lid included. The bottom says, "Gesetzlich Geschutzt, 1907, Germany."0.5 L is etched on the top of one side.
It was part of our German mother's estate. She collected beer steins for many years that she brought over from Germany.
Inherited
Yes
Hi Sarah,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The term "Gesetzlich Geschutzt" means "legally protected" or "copyrighted" and does not indicate a maker.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage German enameled and pewter-mounted stoneware covered .5 liter beer stein
dated 1907
The cylindrical sides decorated with a reproduction of "Jaegerlatein" by Eduard Grutzner (1846-1925), impressed .5L along the top near the handle; the underside marked "GESETZLICH GESCHUTZT / 1907 / GERMANY."
10 inches overall height
CONDITION: client represents this is in overall good condition with a minor rim chip and some paint loss.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$150-200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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