German Beer Steins Appraisal

German Relief Ceramic Beer Steins

This is a set of two German beer steins. Both steins are crafted from ceramic with ornate metal lids, likely pewter or a similar alloy. The ceramic bodies feature detailed, raised scenes depicting what appear to be traditional German figures in folk attire. The smaller stein shows three figures in a dancing pose, with vibrant red, orange, blue, and green colors used in their clothing. The larger stein features three figures engaged in what looks like a harvest or celebration scene, with similar rich, earthy tones of red, orange, yellow, green, and brown. Both steins have textured, detailed banding around the top and bottom of the ceramic bodies, giving them a relief effect. The metal lids are hinged and feature decorative embossed patterns. The handles are integrated into the ceramic body and appear sturdy. Based on the provided context, these steins are approximately 60 years old and in perfect condition, with no visible chips, cracks, repairs, or significant wear or damage from the image. They are also marked with the number 2985 on the bottom, and confirmed to be made in Germany. The craftsmanship appears to be high quality with attention to detail in both the ceramic molding and the metalwork.