Ewer - Pewter - Walzenkrug
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Substantial heavy cast tin Walzenkrug beer jug, dating from ca. 1780–1820 in late 18th/early 19th century Germany, with a cylindrical body, wide profiled base, flat lid with a turned central knop, height about 26 cm, diameter 12 cm, weight around 1.447 kg, authentic ownership initials on lid and base, in very good authentic condition with patina and minor age-related marks.
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A substantial and heavily cast tin hinged-lid beer can / spout jug of a classic cylindrical model (Walzenkrug), dating from the period around 1800 (late 18th or early 19th century).
The can features a neat, tall cylindrical body that tapers at the bottom into a broad, profiled stand ring. The flat lid is provided with concentric turned profiles and is crowned by a fine, turned central knop. Fitted with a sturdy cast banded spout, an integral thumb rest, and a solid multi-part hinge that still closes perfectly.
Both on the lid and at the underside of the base there are authentic impressed/punched owner's initials, indicating a rich history of use. The base shows on the outside lovely concentric turning marks.
Specifications:
Object: Tin hinged-lid can / beer can / Walzenkrug
Origin: North-/Central Europe (very likely Germany or Scandinavia)
Dating: Ca. 1780 – 1820
Material: Heavy cast tin
Marks: Owner's initials on lid and base; no caster marks found
Height: Ca. 26 cm
Weight: 1,447 grams
Condition: In very good, authentic condition with a nicely aged patina. Light signs of use consistent with age and function (minuscule dents/scratches). Hinge and lid close excellently; no cracks or solder restorations.
A substantial and heavily cast tin hinged-lid beer can / spout jug of a classic cylindrical model (Walzenkrug), dating from the period around 1800 (late 18th or early 19th century).
The can features a neat, tall cylindrical body that tapers at the bottom into a broad, profiled stand ring. The flat lid is provided with concentric turned profiles and is crowned by a fine, turned central knop. Fitted with a sturdy cast banded spout, an integral thumb rest, and a solid multi-part hinge that still closes perfectly.
Both on the lid and at the underside of the base there are authentic impressed/punched owner's initials, indicating a rich history of use. The base shows on the outside lovely concentric turning marks.
Specifications:
Object: Tin hinged-lid can / beer can / Walzenkrug
Origin: North-/Central Europe (very likely Germany or Scandinavia)
Dating: Ca. 1780 – 1820
Material: Heavy cast tin
Marks: Owner's initials on lid and base; no caster marks found
Height: Ca. 26 cm
Weight: 1,447 grams
Condition: In very good, authentic condition with a nicely aged patina. Light signs of use consistent with age and function (minuscule dents/scratches). Hinge and lid close excellently; no cracks or solder restorations.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Metal type
Pewter
Over 200 years old
Yes
Title additional information
Walzenkrug
Material
Metal
Country of origin
Germany
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
26 cm
Width
12 cm
Diameter
12 cm
Estimated period
Late 18th / 19th century
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