Vintage Swiss Pottery Beer Tankard – Hand Painted Figural Stein by Kohler Biel (c.1960s)

A substantial mid-20th century Swiss pottery beer tankard produced by Kohler Biel (Switzerland).

The base is incised “KOHLER BIEL 834 g”, identifying the maker and model number. The tankard features lively hand-painted figural scenes against a deep brown glazed ground. The decoration has a naïve, characterful quality typical of continental European decorative pottery of the period.

Standing approximately 12.5cm tall, the piece is solid and weighty, with a thick applied handle and wheel-thrown interior visible through the glaze rings.

A strong decorative example of Swiss mid-century pottery, ideal for collectors of European steins or character ceramics.

Condition
🌿 Structurally sound
🌿 Noticeable glaze losses and chipping to the rim (visible in photographs)
🌿 General surface wear consistent with age and use
🌿 No visible structural cracks

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