Antique German Faience Beer Tankard with Pewter Lid, 18th Century

Antique German beer tankard (Walzenkrug) in tin-glazed faience with hand-painted decoration. The tankard has a cylindrical form, a hinged pewter lid, and decoration depicting a horseman in a landscape along with stylised trees. A classic German piece from the 18th century.

• German Walzenkrug / beer tankard
• Tin-glazed faience
• Hand-painted decoration with horseman and landscape
• Hinged pewter lid with thumb rest
• Dated to the 18th century

• Measurements:
  - Height: 21.5 cm
  - Diameter: 11.3 cm

• Condition:
  Shows damage and age-related wear. Crack/break to the base, along with wear and minor damage to the decoration and glaze. The lid shows age-related wear, and the medallion on top shows damage. See photos for details.