Cardinal Bird Decanter Appraisal

Ezra Brooks Cardinal Bird Virginia State Decanter

This is a vintage collectible ceramic whiskey decanter manufactured by Ezra Brooks, dating to approximately 1968 based on comparable series. The piece is constructed from slip-cast ceramic with a multi-colored glazed finish. It features a figural representation of a Northern Cardinal, the state bird of Virginia, perched atop a leafy green branch and brown trunk. The base is finished in a caramel-brown shade with the word 'VIRGINIA' prominently embossed in raised white lettering. The bird's head serves as the stopper for the vessel. The glaze exhibits high gloss, particularly on the vibrant red cardinal and the deep green foliage. Two original foil labels are visible: one for Ezra Brooks Real Sippin' Whiskey (12 years old) and a smaller Heritage China mark. The overall condition appears excellent with no visible chips or cracks. The finish shows well-preserved color saturation, and the presence of original labels adds significant value for collectors of breweriana and state-themed memorabilia. The craftsmanship is typical of high-quality mid-century American commercial ceramics, featuring molded texture details in the feathers and leaves.