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Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
  • Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European
Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European

Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European

$175.00 USD

Description

Antique stoneware pitcher dating to the early 20th century, circa 1900–1925. This substantial, hand-thrown pitcher features a dark brown glaze with a contrasting light glazed interior, an applied handle, and a pinched pouring spout. The body is decorated with a raised framed panel bearing a swastika good-luck symbol, a motif widely used in decorative and utilitarian arts prior to World War II.

The swastika motif on this piece reflects its historical use as a symbol of good fortune and well-being and predates its later political associations. Pieces featuring this symbol were produced in both American Arts & Crafts / folk pottery traditions and, to a lesser extent, Central European (including German) folk ceramics during the early 20th century.

Based on the heavy stoneware body, glaze characteristics, and utilitarian form, the pitcher is most consistent with American stoneware of the period, though a Central European origin cannot be completely ruled out in the absence of maker’s marks or documented provenance.

The pitcher is in very good antique condition, with no cracks or repairs observed. It shows expected glaze variation and surface wear consistent with age and original firing. The raised decoration remains clear and well defined.

A scarce and historically interesting example of early stoneware, suitable for collectors of folk art, Arts & Crafts pottery, or early 20th-century decorative ceramics.

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