{"product_id":"19f100-antique-stoneware-pitcher-c-1900-1925-goo","title":"Antique Stoneware Pitcher c.1900–1925 – Good Luck Swastika Motif – American or Central European","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntique 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 \u003cstrong\u003eswastika good-luck symbol\u003c\/strong\u003e, a motif widely used in decorative and utilitarian arts \u003cstrong\u003eprior to World War II\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Arts \u0026amp; Crafts \/ folk pottery traditions\u003c\/strong\u003e and, to a lesser extent, \u003cstrong\u003eCentral European (including German) folk ceramics\u003c\/strong\u003e during the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBased on the heavy stoneware body, glaze characteristics, and utilitarian form, the pitcher is \u003cstrong\u003emost consistent with American stoneware of the period\u003c\/strong\u003e, though a Central European origin cannot be completely ruled out in the absence of maker’s marks or documented provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA scarce and historically interesting example of early stoneware, suitable for collectors of folk art, Arts \u0026amp; Crafts pottery, or early 20th-century decorative ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Legacy Antiques \u0026 Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51902100734245,"sku":"5091190251180","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0878\/8190\/8517\/files\/2026-01-15-Nstw2jk--IMG_4334_ece1a1c0-4c5c-44cd-9c41-3c290e40df27.jpg?v=1768494573","url":"https:\/\/inletlegacy.com\/products\/19f100-antique-stoneware-pitcher-c-1900-1925-goo","provider":"Legacy Antiques \u0026 Consignment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}