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Catalog No. 1679
Pottery, relief, 2.0L, pewter lid (shown below left with pressed metal lid).
This is a pre-WWII interpretation of a form that dates back to around 1550. Bearded man jugs (Bartmannkrüge) feature the face of a bearded man at the neck, or in this case starting at the neck and running down the entire front side, representing the mythical woodland Wild Man of Germanic folklore, a symbol of strength and endurance.
Price Range: $200-$300
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