Description

This mid-century ceramic “Gurgling Fish” pitcher is a classic example of the novelty nautical barware popular during the 1950s and 1960s. Produced for the American giftware market, the pitcher features the iconic upward-facing fish form with a curled tail handle and textured scale body finished in rich cobalt blue, white, and brown majolica-style glazes. The sculpted wave base and hand-painted details give the piece strong coastal and tiki-era decorative appeal.

Often referred to as a Gluggle Jug or Gurgle Fish pitcher, these vessels are known for the distinctive “glug glug” sound created when liquid is poured. The sound occurs as air moves through the hollow tail handle and escapes through the liquid inside the pitcher. This functional novelty feature made these pitchers especially popular as conversation pieces for home bars, beach houses, and mid-century entertaining spaces.

The multicolored glaze treatment is considered more desirable among collectors than later solid-color examples, and the overall design closely follows the highly collectible Japanese export fish pitchers commonly produced during the postwar era. The pitcher measures approximately 7 inches at its widest point and 8.5 inches tall. An eye-catching example of vintage nautical décor and functional ceramic art.

Condition

Please note all items are "as-is where-is"

Measurement

The pitcher measures approximately 7 inches at its widest point and 8.5 inches tall.

Terms and Conditions

1. All items are sold where is, as is.

2. Once payment is completed for item(s) won, the ability to schedule a pick-up time will become available. Scheduling a pick-up time is required.

3. There will be a $20 fee assessed per item not picked up at that time that will be collected prior to bidding again at our auctions. Unlike retail, we do not have the option to store your item. If the item is larger than a standard suitcase (22" x 14" x 10"), we will charge $50 to the card on file per item to move the item.

4. Please plan accordingly as items not picked up are considered "abandoned". Do not bid if you cant pick up this day.

5. You are responsible for ensuring you collect all items at pickup.

6. Legacy uses "Popcorn" or "Extended" bidding. This means if a bid comes in at the last second, it is extended 3 minutes. This is like a live auctioneer saying, "going once" to ensure all bids are exhausted prior to closing.

7. We charge a 12% flat buyers premium on all items.

8. We charge KY State Tax with the exception of vehicles which is collected at the DMV.

9. You must bring help to pickup any items. We can recommend movers upon request. Also, please bring tools for items that require disassembly.

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