Earthenware Mug - Saxony, 18th Century

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Commemorative cylindrical earthenware beer mug with manganese mottled decoration, base and rim with denticulated tin bands and flat-roofed lid of the same, fitted with a ball thumb rest, it is decorated in the center with a medallion bearing the effigy of Martin Luther and the inscription "DOCTOR MARTINUS LUTERUS – AETAT 63*"
Mark of an unidentified pewter master potter: justiciar with sword and scales / IBG / 99
Town hallmark: rearing horse (?) / 1699
Diameter: 13 cm Height: 25 cm
Saxony, early 18th century

In good condition, a crack is noted in the lower part visible on the inside but not through the wall.
*Martin Luther died in Eisleben in 1546 at the age of 63.
Bibliography: "Historische Trinkgefässe" Important sales catalog from Johannes Vogt Auktionen, May 2009.

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GUARANTEE

Former professor at IDETH (Institute of Technical and Historical Studies of the Art Object)
Former professor at the EAC (School of Art and Communication)
Former member of the UFE (French Union of Experts)
Expert specialist in pewter for more 40 years I guarantee the object is authentic described above.
A detailed descriptive invoice accompanied by a photograph will be given to the purchaser on request.

PAYMENT

- By French check payable to COMMENCHAL Jean-Claude
- By bank transfer payable to COMMENCHAL Jean-Claude
IBAN: FR76 3002 7160 2700 0206 4620 173
BIC: CMCIFRPP

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