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Sarreguemines French Majolica Laughing Sow Absinthe Water Pitcher

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From Sarreguemines, a French Majolica pig pitcher known as True Rieuse, or the Laughing Sow, date marked 1904. This Barbotine majolica pitcher was made to be used for pouring water over a sugar cube in the Absinthe drinking ritual. The pig is glazed in a creamy pale yellow with burgundy red colored accents on the ears and snout. The eyes are finished in white with small, round black pupils looking upward. A single hole for the spout, indicating it was intended for Absinthe. Later examples of this mold will show two holes for the spout. A beautiful turquoise blue interior. Reference: “Pichets en barbotine”, M. Bottero, pg.32. and “Majolica Figures”, Helen Cunningham, pg.59 9.5 in. H x 7.5 in. W Marked: Impressed Sarreguemines, Mold No. 3318, 227 denotes majolica, 04 for the year 1904 Very good condition with the expected overall crazing and light stain due to age and use.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Diameter: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1904
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition with the expected overall crazing and light stain due to age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1758234520512
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