Rare Large Antique German Beer Stein by S.P.Gerz Gresrhenana Model #BB c.1880s For Sale

Unusual Large Antique German Beer Stein S.P.Gerz Gresrhenana Model #BB c. late 1800s

: : This very unusual German beer stein is quite unusual for a German beer vessel. It was manufactured by S.P. Gerz - one of the most famous names in German beer stein production in late 1800s - early 1900s in a typical English manner.

This squat form is quite common for the so-called "English brown jugs", as well as applied decorations that were called "springs" by English manufacturers, showing characteristic English gentlemen-beer lovers. Such very distinctive beer vessels were made in the mid-1800s by Doulton Lamberth, Kishere Mortlake, Denby, etc. Gerz used the colors that were typical for another famous English manufacturer - Wedgewood. Even the pewter lid is made in a specific English manner with the English-style small hinge.

It is most lakely made specifically for the British market market - I also know of some similar S.P.Gerz beer steins with the inscription on the stein, which is the main element of design, made in English. It is quite possible that the whole "Gresrehnana" brand was even created for the British market

This technique is specific to S.P.Gerz and is called "Gresrhenana" - I guess S.P.Gerz hold a special patent rights on it that are indicated in "Ges.Gesch." mark on the bottom. The bottom is also marked with S.P.Gerz beer stein in triangle manufacturer's mark and model number BB.

The stein is in excellent flawless condition - a collector's dream. Again, it is 6.5" tall to the top of the thumblift, 1.5 L capacity - large and impressive.

Reference#: Condition: Excellent. Year: 1880s-1890s Country: Germany Height: 6.5 in Materials: Saltglazed stoneware <
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