Antique Royal Bayreuth elk creamer in fine porcelain with sculptural antler rim, warm brown shading, and an early blue Bavaria mark.
Details
• Antique Royal Bayreuth figural elk creamer
• Era: late 19th to early 20th century
• Fine porcelain
• Approx. 4.5 inches tall and roughly 5 inches from nose to handle
Style Notes
• Warm caramel brown, amber, cream, and dark chocolate shading
• Sculpted elk head forms the spout, with antlers creating the dramatic rim
• Blue Royal Bayreuth Bavaria “Privileged” mark on base
• Mark color and style suggest an early example; you noted blue marks are generally seen before 1902
• Glossy finish with nicely blended hand-applied color
• A standout piece for animal figural pottery, early porcelain, or Royal Bayreuth collections
Displays especially well with antique creamers, toothpick holders, hunting-themed ceramics, and turn-of-the-century Bavarian porcelain
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
• Strong overall form with no obvious major break visible in the photos
• Antlers, handle, and spout all appear present and intact
• Blue base mark is still visible
• Glossy finish and color remain very attractive
• Interior appears clean overall from the top view
• Excellent shelf presence from every angle
Issues / Wear
• Light surface marks and small dark scuffs visible near the lower body
• A few tiny dark specks and minor age wear visible around the antlers and interior rim
• Base rim shows kiln-related roughness, light discoloration, and shelf wear
• There are small nicks or flea-bite type imperfections visible around parts of the foot rim
• General light wear consistent with age and handling
Collector’s Notes
This elk creamer fits beautifully with a Royal Bayreuth collection, especially alongside other animal figural creamers, toothpick holders, and early Bavarian porcelain pieces. It also pairs naturally with antique hunting decor, cabin tableware, and turn-of-the-century novelty ceramics.
A charming early figural piece with real personality on the shelf.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
