Mettlach Stein with Figural Thumb Piece and Strap Work Decoration

19th century Mettlach Stein, c.1880, of tapering cylindrical…
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19th century Mettlach Stein, c.1880, of tapering cylindrical form, with a pewter cover and figural thumb piece depicting a figure holding a jug and raising his cup, the body decorated with three panels of figures, surrounded by strap work, in cream tones, a/f, height 23 cm

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