Bellarmine, German stoneware wine or beer flagon

A Bellarmine is a type of stoneware jug that was produced in the German-speaking regions of Europe, particularly in the areas of Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic, from the 16th to the 18th centuries. The jugs are named after Cardinal Robert Bellarmine, who was a prominent Catholic theologian and cardinal during the Counter-Reformation. German bellarmines are distinctive for their bearded man's face, which was modelled on a portrait of Bellarmine, often depicted with a wide brimmed hat and the pottery is heavily potted and has a long neck, a broad belly, and a narrow base. The face is typically depicted with a long beard and a serious expression and is often decorated with a hat or other head covering. These jugs were primarily used for the storage and serving of wine, beer and other beverages. They are also highly collectible and considered as pieces of decorative more...

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German salt glazed stoneware Bellarmine jug, height 19 cm

German salt glazed stoneware Bellarmine jug, 19 cm height

German salt glazed stoneware Bellarmine jug, height 19 cm

Late 17th century German salt glazed Bellarmine, traditional…

17th Century German Salt Glazed Bellarmine with Handle Mask

Late 17th century German salt glazed Bellarmine, traditional form with handle mask to the neck section 32 cm height

17th century /18th century German salt glazed bellarmine of…

German Salt Glazed Bellarmine, 17th-18th Century, 32cm Height

17th century /18th century German salt glazed bellarmine of traditional form 32 cm height

17th century /18th century German salt glazed Bellarmine of…

German Bellarmine Salt Glazed Jug (23cm)

17th century /18th century German salt glazed Bellarmine of traditional form 23 cm height

17th century /18th century German salt glazed bellarmine of…

German Salt Glazed Bellarmine, 17th/18th Century, 28cm Height

17th century /18th century German salt glazed bellarmine of traditional form 28 cm height

A large German bellarmine or Bartmann-type jug In salt glazed…

German Bartmann Jug with Incised Floral Motifs

A large German bellarmine or Bartmann-type jug In salt glazed stoneware with 'barmann' face and 4W surrounded by floral incised motifs. 46 cm high. Provenance: The Collection of the Late Richard Green, Sydney

A 19th century or earlier English Bellarmine flask, salt glazed.…

Antique English Bellarmine Flask with Hanna Family Note

A 19th century or earlier English Bellarmine flask, salt glazed. Height 21 cm. With Hanna family note: 'Bellarmine English hot - salt glaze'.