Antique French Majolica Sailor (Matelot) 7892 l Sarreguemines c.1890s.

This version measures 6” to the spout.

Matelot is his name and translates to Sailor in English and is probably the base for “Mate”, Matee” etc..

This one is the 7892 l and in superb condition!

 Note a tiny glaze overlay on the left side back of head( photo 5) from the factory, 140 years ago.