Vintage Majolica Barbotine Pitcher – 1949 World Record For Muskie Fishing.

Rare barbotine (Majolica) ceramic pitcher/chopet with relief design, commemorating Louie Spray’s historic world record catch of a muskie. On October 20, 1949, Louie Spray became a legend at Chippewa Flowage (Wisconsin, USA) by landing a monstrous fish weighing 69 lbs 11 oz (approximately 31.6 kg). The mug features stunning, colorful relief decorations (a fishing scene in a rowboat, underwater scenery) and a handle sculpted in the shape of a leaping fish.
Details of the piece:

• Inscriptions on the neck: "CHIPPEWA FLOWAGE. WI. USA – OCTOBER 20, 1949 – LOUIE SPRAY – 69 lbs 11 oz"
• Bottom cartouche: “PRIZED CATCH Muskellunge”
• Marking on the base: Mold number “1012” engraved above the letter “D.”
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition; the glaze is very glossy. No major chips or cracks on the raised details (see photos).

Ideal for a collector of vintage fishing items, animal-themed ceramics, or for cottage-style or cabinet-of-curiosities decor.

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