Vintage Bauer Pottery No. 87 Plainware Chinese Yellow Coffee Carafe WITH Lid Up for sale is a complete vintage Bauer Pottery No. 87 "Plainware" ceramic coffee carafe / beverage pitcher featuring its original matching ceramic lid. Manufactured in Los Angeles, California, during the 1930s/1940s. This piece features a high-gloss Chinese Yellow glaze, complete with its original factory-issued natural light hardwood wrap handle, metal tightening band, and secure mounting hardware. Item Specifications: • Brand: J.A. Bauer Pottery Co. (Los Angeles, CA) • Model / Number: No. 87 Plainware Carafe Set • Glaze Color: Chinese Yellow (Glossy Finish) • Era: Mid-Century Modern (circa 1930s-1940s) • Features: Includes Original Matching Ceramic Lid & Unstained Factory Wood Handle Assembly • Dimensions: Approx. 8" Height x 7" Diameter Condition Report: Excellent Vintage Condition with minor handle age wear. See Photos. The yellow glaze retains its original high-gloss shine. The heavy ceramic carafe body and matching lid are structurally sound and completely free of post-purchase cracks, hard impact chips, crazing, or heavy surface scratching. The original factory light wood handle remains tight, structurally secure, and properly mounted to the neck. Standard unglazed base ring shelf scuffs are present underneath from display. Full verifications are visible in the listing photos.The original ceramic stopper retains its factory-applied cork liner. Condition Note: The original natural hardwood handle remains securely mounted and structurally tight to the neck band. Please note there is an authentic, vintage hairline age fracture visible on the lower curved tip of the wood block as shown in the close-up listing photo. This is stable and does not affect the display or careful handling of the vessel.
