Hi Virginia

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The face below the spout is the "Greenman", which was a common decorative motif in the late 19th Century (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_Man) that embellished architecture, furniture and all manner of the decorative arts. Because it is so ubiquitous in the late 19th century, unless it's signed by the maker - the gilt markings are probably the painter - it can be very difficult to identify specifically who made it.
All that said, this is a very nice pitcher though it has a value that's more decorative than functional.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A Continental Victorian faceted pewter-mounted "Greenman" stoneware pitcher
Northern European, mid-late 19th Century
Of octagonal section and baluster form, with flattened pewter lid and rim, a mask-like face is under the spout, the body glazed allover in black with stylized white foliate elements, single angled handle. Gilt inscription to underside of the foot.
7 inches tall
CONDITION: This pitcher appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: acquired at auction
$ 200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia