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Erphila Czechoslovakia Spring Green Floral Biscuit Barrel with Rattan Handle

About the Item

A charming, brightly glazed biscuit barrel with a rattan handle, made in Czechoslovakia for Erphila importers, circa 1918-1920. The barrel and lid are hand painted in an incredible spring green and dotted with flowers and leaves glazed in pink, blue and yellow. The upper rim is glazed in a bold contrasting lavender. The lid has a top knob also formed as a yellow petaled flower. Knobbed side handles hold the removable, swing handle, woven in a tan rattan with a darker brown stripe. Erphila was an import company owned by Theodore Ebeling and Frederick Reuss of Philadelphia, who emigrated to the US from Germany. In 1886, they established a company to import porcelain, earthenware, and ironstone from several Bohemian, Czechoslovakian factories and other European countries. Measures: 6.5 in. W at the handles, x 5.25 in. H / 9.5 in H with the handle in the upright position. Marked Made in Czechoslovakia. In very good antique condition. Light stain and crazing to the interior and the bottom. Great color!
  • Creator:
    Erphila (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Diameter: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1918-1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In very good antique condition. Light stain and crazing to the interior and exterior bottom. Great color.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1758220814992
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