Huge Blown Glass Beer Tankard Made in Medieval Style
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Huge Blown Glass Beer Tankard Made in Medieval Style
Majestic art glass beer tankard made in medieval style. This fascinating huge mug was made by hand, mouth blown with applied handle and rings.
It weighs 2.2 lbs and is at least twice the size of a normal beer mug. Stylized handle with thumb tab helps get a good grip for what would be a very heavy drink. Appears to be of Nordic origin both in style and quality. It is signed with an engraved “X” near the polished half moon pontil mark. Danish companies used various “X” marks. We have not positively identified the single “X” mark on this curious art glass mug. May also be of German origin.
The emerald green glass has an opaline effect that begins 1/2″ below the rim and ends half way down the mug. The opaline area appears to be a decorative enhancement designed to accentuate the beer foam. Age unknown. It is made in medieval style, reminiscent of times when Lords of the land would have great feasts and eat with their hands. May have been made during the 1960’s when everything medieval was popular again, or it may be a well-preserved antique.
Perfect gift for the King of Beer. This mug is fit for royalty.
In excellent original condition with a couple of trapped air-bubbles within the glass (expected in vintage and antique blown glass). Measures 7″ tall, 6.5″ wide from outer edge of ring to outer edge of handle. Holds 32 oz or two pints.
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