Ceramic Tankard with Biblical Scenes, Paris, 2012. Tall ceramic tankard decorated in deep cobalt blue and gray tones, featuring a continuous relief frieze of biblical scenes drawn from the story of Joseph, with figural panels labeled in English (including "Joseph," "Joseph Sold," and related episodes). The scenes are rendered in a traditional historicist style inspired by 19th-century German and French stoneware, with crisp molded detail and strong architectural framing.
The tankard is fitted with a hinged pewter lid surmounted by an eagle-form thumb lift, and a robust molded handle. The body shows careful glazing with intentional tonal variation to highlight the sculptural depth of the narrative panels. Dated Paris, 2012, indicating a modern artisan or commemorative production rather than an antique example, but clearly made in homage to classic European narrative steins.
Condition appears good overall, with light surface wear consistent with display use.
Estimated Value $200 - 300
Judaica
