Late 19th-century urn-shaped Austrian Majolica vase with a Japanese-style bird motif on a background of delicate flora and foliage. Adorned with double acanthus leaf decorated scrolling handles completed by Medusa faces to the base of handles.

Characterised by warm earth tones and hand-painted applications on both sides, it reflects the typical style of Gerbing & Stephan, making it a noteworthy addition to any collection.

Marked to base with GS & T and 4605.

Made by Gerbing & Stephan, Austria, c. 1860's

1240 g
34 cm tall
18 cm wide
10 cm base diameter

Excellent antique condition. Small chip to base.