Includes a Vintage Porcelain Lobster Bowl. Maker: Joseph or Josef? Schachtel of Silesia Germany. 1900 (This company produced hard paste porcelain from 1859 to 1919). Purpose: “Lobster Bowl”; actual function seems to be a mystery. Additional description & search tags: three (3) Fleur de Lis in backstamp; Victorian; Antique; Ceramic; Maine lobster; New England Lobster; German / Germany; Bavaria / Bavarian; Lobster tail functions as an open handle; Turn of the Century; Late 19th Century / Late 1800′s; Early 20th Century / Early 1900′s; Art Nouveau; Vintage / Antique. Some light loss of gloss on rim; some gold trim wear; research indicates this one is “in better condition than most”; No chips; No cracks, No fleabites; No crazing. Fades to White; Gold. Approximate measurements: 10 w. X 9″ deep; 4″ tall. Refer to the pictures to determine if this is right for you. Feel free to ask questions. Multiple items will receive discounts in S&H. International Buyers Please Note. These charges are the buyers responsibility. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. The item “Vintage Porcelain Lobster Bowl Joseph Schachtel Germany Purple White Gold” is in sale since Monday, March 05, 2012. This item is in the category “Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\Art Pottery\European Pottery\German”. The seller is “johnd_belanger4cm3″ and is located in Liverpool, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.
