Josef Strnact - Pitcher - Porcelain - Turn-Teplitz – Bohemia

Josef Strnact – Flacon / decorative bottle in cobalt blue and gold ceramic – Turn-Teplitz – Bohemia – early 20th century
Elegant antique decorative bottle attributed to the Josef Strnact manufactory, active in Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia, in the early 20th century.
The piece features a very beautiful cobalt blue decoration, enriched with gold and white motifs, with at the center a large oval medallion depicting a neoclassical scene animated by two young women beside a statue, surrounded by a raised, gilt beaded border.
The base bears the characteristic mark “JS” in a shield, associated with Josef Strnact, as well as an additional decorator/monogram and a recessed model number.
The bottle is accompanied by its cobalt faceted stopper, visible in the photographs.
Characteristics :
Manufacturer : Josef Strnact
Origin : Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia
Period : early 20th century, circa 1900–1930
Material : ceramic / fine glazed earthenware
Decoration : cobalt blue, white, gilding and polychrome medallion
Weight : approximately 407 g
JS mark under the base
Condition : good overall condition for its age. Signs of wear and gilding loss as well as some time-related marks, clearly visible in the photographs. No major restoration observed.
A relatively uncommon decorative piece from Josef Strnact’s production, particularly appealing for its cobalt/gold contrast and its large figurative decoration.
Shipped very carefully, well-packaged and protected.