Gmundner Ceramic Apple Dish, Hermann Streithofer, Red Hand-Painted – Mid-Century Austria 1950s

A delightful apple-shaped ceramic dish from Gmunden – hand-shaped and hand-painted in a vibrant red glaze by the workshop of Hermann Streithofer. A green and black leaf and stem form the handle.

Marking

On the base: the Streithofer workshop stamp with a rooster, plus the hand-written marks "Streithofer" and "Handgemalt" (hand-painted).

Details & Condition

• Workshop: Hermann Streithofer, Gmunden
• Material: ceramic, hand-painted
• Length incl. handle: approx. 11 cm (4.3 in)
• Height: approx. 4 cm (1.6 in)
• Origin: Austria
• Date: approx. 1950s
• Condition: excellent, no chips, cracks or repairs; minimal shelf wear on the base

Uses

As a ring or coin dish, small catchall or ashtray – a colorful piece of Austrian mid-century art pottery and a lovely holiday gift for Gmundner collectors.

Care

Wipe with a damp cloth.

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