German etched pottery 2.6L beer stein, "Drinker with the Owner of Zur Linde," Mettlach, catalog no. 2286, having pewter cherub with musical instruments thumblift, over lid with two hearts on fire with lock, body with figural tavern scene and words featuring the poem "Die Lindenwirtin" by Rudolph Baumbach (German, 1840-1905), marked and numbered underfoot, thumb rest bent, with small loss, approx 15 3/8"h, 6.25"diam, 6lbs

8.18.25-In my opinion regarding LOT: 2023- careful UV light and visual examinations reveal no apparent chips, cracks, or restorations, there are some small inherent imperfections and glaze irregularities, light wear to paint, and grime, that would likely resolve with a gentle cleaning, located beneath the heart at back, in the textured area there is a small dark spot that reacts under UV lighting, this is not a repair but may be a touch up or abrasion, I am unsure, please refer to the attached image, the thumb rest is bent to the left and edges are rough with the right corner being bent upward, metal exhibits some roughness, spotting and wear, the porcelain inset on the top remains secure, overall, no significant loss or restoration to body observed

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