Westerwald Stoneware Wedding Pitcher, Early 19th Century – Dated 1833

An authentic Westerwald stoneware wedding pitcher dating from the early 19th century. Exquisitely decorated in traditional cobalt blue and gray, it bears the date 1833, inscribed within a heart-shaped cartouche. This magnificent pitcher features the classic two-handled shape, symbolizing marital union. It is richly adorned with incised geometric bands, floral motifs, and feather designs, characteristic of Westerwald production of this period. The hand-carved and cobalt-inlaid decoration testifies to exceptional craftsmanship, predating the industrial production of ceramics. Traditionally commissioned to commemorate a wedding, wedding pitchers were often prominently displayed in homes, symbolizing unity, prosperity, and continuity. Made in the Westerwald region of Germany, these vases were widely exported along the Rhine and highly prized in the Netherlands, France, and surrounding areas.
Details: Origin: Westerwald, Germany
Date: 1833
Material: Salt-glazed stoneware Decoration: Incised ornamentation highlighted with cobalt
Shape: Two-handled wedding jug
Condition: Solid, showing signs of age-related wear; a small chip on the rim, indicative of nearly 200 years of use (see photos)

An authentic and evocative piece of early 19th-century folk pottery, highly sought after by collectors of German stoneware, folk art, or wedding ceramics.
Dimensions:
Height: 29.5 cm
Width: 27 cm

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