Impressed mark and number. 1.5 L beer stein marked B in underglaze blue on the base, possibly Bayreuth. Dates circa 1750s. The pewter mounts are in good condition including the original strap from the base rim, over the handle to the top. There is a crack running from top of the handle to the base, handle has minor glaze chips on either side in places not protected by the strap.
Body is still sound and holds liquid.
A one liter German weightlifting beer stein made by Albert Thewalt during the Art Nouveau period, 1900-10. The pewter lid shows a weightlifter with various period weights. The central panel is of a maiden and two men seated at a table. Height is 10 inches to top of lid. Still very sound and a desirable rare item.