Stoneware Plant Pot Attributed To Simon Peter Gerz

Attributed to *Simon Peter Gerz, blue enamelled stoneware planter decorated with medallions of antique scenes and foliage. Relief decoration of two eagles, scrolls and vine branches on the collar, pedestal mounted in bronze. In the Neo-Renaissance style, second half of the 19th century. Dimensions: H.32 cm x L. 35 cm According to research this piece was probably unique, Simon Peter Gerz particularly produced pitchers and beer mugs which are sought-after collector's items. German stoneware factory founded by Simon Peter Gerz in 1857. Gerz was born on September 13, 1830 and died on September 12, 1893. His son-in-law Alphons Wilhelm Lötschert (born April 17, 1863 - died November 24, 1945) succeeded him.