W0613SW.BELLARMFLORET.M   Classic brown saltglazed German stoneware bellarmine of  baluster form, handled with ribs to arched handle, narrow rough edged rough glazed base, mid brown glaze over 3/5 of body with drips over lowenr light brown body. Cleanly cordoned lip, charicatured bearded face, and clipped rounded beard. Well defined face, droopy eyes. Oval body cartouche is symbolic florate design within arrayed border.  Typical roughness, kiln touches, small adhesions and fingerprints. Ultrafine hairline approx 6cm down right shoulder. Overall very good classic example. 8 3/4"high, 5"diameter   £675