{"product_id":"vintage-thewalt-west-germany-2-5l-master-stein-beer-pitcher-14-7-8-mold-143","title":"Vintage Thewalt West Germany 2.5L Master Stein\/Beer Pitcher, 14 7\/8\", Mold 143","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA  beautiful, large-scale vintage German stoneware serving pitcher manufactured by the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eAlbert Jacob Thewalt\u003c\/strong\u003e factory in the Westerwald region. This is a substantial master-sized vessel standing at an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e14 7\/8 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e to the top of the pewter lid finial.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis piece features \u003cstrong\u003eMold #143\u003c\/strong\u003e, intricately detailed with deep cobalt blue and gray salt-glazed relief work. The upper banner displays the traditional German toast: \u003cstrong\u003e\"Zum Wohlsein!\"\u003c\/strong\u003e (To your health \/ Cheers!). The body features a beautifully embossed scene of traditional dancing couples, flanked by a detailed relief panel of a winged cherub playing a horn.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Bottom Markings \u0026amp; Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker's Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official Thewalt interlocking \"T\" inside a shield logo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped \u003cstrong\u003e\"WESTERN GERMANY\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating its production between 1949 and 1990.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped \u003cstrong\u003e\"ORIGINAL MOLD YEAR 1894\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, denoting the historic year this specific design was first sculpted by Thewalt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity \u0026amp; Mold Stamped:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"2 ½ Ltr\" on the base, and mold number \"143\" stamped into the neck near the top handle attachment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStoneware:\u003c\/strong\u003e No chips, cracks, hairline fractures, or repairs. The relief work is incredibly crisp and clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePewter Lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ornamental pewter dome lid is fully intact with no major dents or warping. The hinge mechanism is strong, secure, and fits snugly onto the stoneware handle with no excessive wobble.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review all photos closely, as they serve as the ultimate confirmation of this item's excellent cosmetic condition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"WES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50536481194203,"sku":"1186663170971","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-09-29T162633.260.jpg?v=1790713622","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/vintage-thewalt-west-germany-2-5l-master-stein-beer-pitcher-14-7-8-mold-143","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}