"Gambrinus".
The legendary character of King Gambrinus was chosen as the artistic image for this figurative porcelain mug. It is very easy to understand this. He has a crown on his head, and instead of a scepter and orb, the symbols of the monarchy, he holds a large mug of beer.
Gambrinus is the legendary king who invented beer. His image depicts a kind-hearted beer lover, often holding a beer mug in his hand.
The name Gambrivius, which is similar to Gambrinus, was first mentioned in German sources dating back to the 14th to 16th centuries.
It has become a symbol of fun, abundance, and love of life, closely associated with beer culture.
The most famous brand of Gambrinus beer is owned by the Czech company Plzensky Prazdroj, which has been producing beer since 1869.
The figurative mug "King of Beer Gambrinus" was made at the Wilhelm Rittirsch Porcelain Factory - Dresden Art
Küps, Bavaria. The factory was active from 1950 to 2003. It was primarily engaged in the production of porcelain figurines in the "Dresden Lace" style.
The production of beer mugs was considered a non-core activity for this factory. This only enhances the uniqueness and collectible rarity of the mugs.
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| type | stein | material | porcelain |
| producer | other | mold | - |
| designer/decorator | |||
| capacity | 0,5 | ||
| design date | 1960-1970 | ||
| height | 25.0 cm (appx. 9.8 inches.) |