Antique Art Nouveau Jugendstil Pewter Beer Stein/Pitcher Kayserzinn #4467 c. 1900

Antique Art Nouveau Pewter Beer Stein/Pitcher Kayserzinn #4467 c. Description: This beautiful beer stein pitcher is designed in very a stylish manner - the signature characteristic of Jugendstil or German interpretation of Art Nouveau.

At the world exhibitions in Paris (1900), Turin (1902), Dusseldorf and St. The decors they designed were inspired by both floral French Art Nouveau and by linear Jugendstil. It was the Kayser company's aim, through its use of the methods of mass production, to make artistically designed, contemporary Jugenstil objects of daily use (such as candlesticks, ashtrays, lamps, beakers, vases, tea and coffee sets) accessible to a broad selection of the public. The pitcher shows a very stylish relief floral ornaments representing the traditional hops and barley very much in Art Nouveau style.

It was designed by Hugo Leven - the most influential artist the whole aesthetics of Kayserzinn is associated with. A fascinating impressive and elegant work of art - the true cultural artifact of the very interesting artistic movements. The mark at the bottom reads "Kayserzinn 4467".

The pitcher is iin good condition. There are some minor dings and scratches due to the softness of the pewter, but no major damage or repairs. It is large and impressive 12.5 tall to the top of the thumblift.

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