Delftware Miniature Tankard

Early 18th century, likely German, possibly made in Bayreuth or Nuremberg, hinged pewter cover with knop handle and period monogram "ABR," pewter foot rim; the cylindrical body decorated in blue with various flowers, including stylized tulips, and an insect.

5 x 3 1/8 in. diameter

Private Collection, NC

Some bending and old tears to pewter mount at foot; rubbing and minor flake to handle; old chip to rim and expected fritting to glaze at rim; old loss to interior of tankard.

$200 - 400