1840s-1860s French faience pottery “Syrup of Absinth” bar apothecary pitcher. Displays early 19th century spelling: without the “E” at the end. Some collectors consider this pottery style majolica. I believe faience is more accurate. The lid is missing. The spout has been blocked with plaster. Unless you drill a hole (easy) this remains an ultra rare display piece for the advanced home bar. This item would be even better. Displayed at a public drinking establishment. On the lighted glass shelf behind the bartender. Once absinthe is consumed, the green fairy would entice the happy soul to pay dearly for this very scarce example of the, until very recently, illegal beverage. 7.5″ tall, 5″ diameter, and from the end of the spout to the end of the handle the measurement is approx. The hard to spot repairs are: spout and handle. Enlarge the pictures to see the last picture showing the spout base repair (where it attaches to the body). Estate found, fully guarantee as antique, authentic, and as described. If you ever have any issues with any of my items, please contact me first, before leaving bad feedback-if you don’t contact me I can’t fix it! The item “Antique SYRUP ABSINTH French Faience Pottery Bar Pitcher Mid 19thC Apothecary” is in sale since Monday, September 30, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Decorative Arts\Ceramics & Porcelain\Pitchers”. The seller is “posters!” and is located in Alexandria, Virginia. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Primary Material: Ceramic
- Type: Pitchers
- Color: Multi-Color
- Style: French
- Age: 1800-1849
- Maker: Unknown
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Country/Region of Origin: France