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A confident, beautifully made hand-thrown stoneware jug from Germany, marked "Handarbeit" on the base alongside the maker's incised initials. Handarbeit simply means "handmade" in German, and this piece wears that label with pride — every detail speaks to a skilled individual potter working in their own studio.
The rounded, belly-shaped body is wheel-thrown from a speckled grey stoneware clay. The decoration combines horizontal ribbing across the entire surface with two bands of lively combed wave motifs, one in lighter blue-grey and one in a deeper cobalt blue, creating a layered, almost nautical rhythm that moves beautifully around the form.
The wide pinched pouring spout is generously formed, and a small interior filter ridge adds a practical touch. The pulled strap handle is neatly attached and comfortable to hold.
This is a piece with real character — functional enough to use as a jug for water, juice or wine, but handsome enough to stand alone on a shelf or windowsill.
Dimensions:
Height: 15 cm / 5.9 inches
Width (widest): 13 cm / 5.1 inches
Width including handle: 16 cm / 6.3 inches
Good vintage condition. No chips or cracks. Natural iron speckles in the clay body consistent with the stoneware material.
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Deutsche Zusammenfassung:
Ein handgedrehter Steinzeugkrug aus Deutschland, auf der Unterseite mit "Handarbeit" und den eingravierten Initialen des Töpfers bezeichnet. Der bauchige Korpus ist mit horizontalen Rillen und zwei Bändern aus gekämmten Wellenmotiven in Kobaltblau und Grau dekoriert. Sehr guter Vintage-Zustand, kein Chip, kein Riss.
German Handarbeit Studio Pottery Jug, Blue Grey Combed Wave Decoration, Signed Stoneware Pitcher, 1970s
€35,00
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€35,00
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