{"product_id":"antique-figural-majolica-pitcher-bearded-guard-with-pewter-base-circa-late-19th-early-20th-century-20250814","title":"Lot 108 - Antique Figural Majolica Pitcher, Bearded Guard With Pewter Base, Circa Late 19th \/ Early 20th Century, 7\" H","description":"\u003cp\u003ePre-Auction Notes: Charming antique figural majolica pitcher depicting a stern, bearded guard or military figure with a rounded belly and ornate uniform. Richly detailed in high relief, the figure wears a plumed cap, epaulets, and a draped green sash, with both hands resting on his stomach. Vivid polychrome glazes in brown, cobalt blue, green, and ochre highlight the intricate modeling. The pitcher is finished with a twisted rope-style handle and mounted on a pewter base, a feature often seen in continental European pottery of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLikely of German, Austrian, or Bohemian origin, circa 1890–1920, in the tradition of character jugs and figural beer vessels. Unmarked. Displays beautifully and would make a fine addition to a majolica, breweriana, or figural pottery collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Memory Hole Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51587231252769,"sku":"20250814-LOT108","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20250814-1206_cbbbed10-fe74-4c40-8ff9-02e1d9b0769a.jpg?v=1754961684","url":"https:\/\/graniteunionauction.com\/products\/antique-figural-majolica-pitcher-bearded-guard-with-pewter-base-circa-late-19th-early-20th-century-20250814","provider":"Granite Union Auction Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}