Antique German Character Beer Stein Monk by Marzi and Remy #716 c. 1890

Antique German Character Beer Stein - Monk by Marzi and Remy #716 c. Description: This very interesting German beer stein belongs to the family of character steins - steins made in a shape of an object or person. They are also called "figural". This particular one is made in a shape of a smiling monk wearing his robe.

His head forms the lid. Made of the very traditional saltglazed stoneware with black and magenta glazes and with pewter mounts. Manufactured by Marzi and Remy around 1880 - 1890s. (The same model served as the body for the nun stein). These M&R monk and nun stein are similar with their models #8760 and 8761 with very minor differences. The monk character steins were very popular in Germany because usually the monasteries and monks were associated with beer brewing and drinking. Excellent flawless condition - no chips, cracks or other damage. It is 6.5 tall to the top of the head, 0,5L capacity. Get images that make Supersized seem small. Excellent flawless condition - no chips, cra.

This item is in the category "Collectibles\Breweriana, Beer\Drinkware, Steins\Lidded Steins\Germany". The seller is "beer-stein" and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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