Vintage mignonette Altfränkischer Magenbitter alcohol bottle retro decor

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Description

This antique mignonette is a small advertising bottle for a digestive liqueur, identifiable by its "Altfränkischer Magenbitter" label and its slender, rounded-shoulder shape. The transparent glass bottle is topped with a golden screw cap. The traditionally styled label features a distinctive gothic typography, typical of German bitter spirit productions. It clearly indicates the nature of the original content: a "Magenbitter" at 36% vol., a bitter liqueur specialty intended to aid digestion.

The visible side features a paper label in shades of brown, yellow, and black, which is legible and still attached, although showing some signs of wear or slight tears on the edges, testifying to its age. The mention "Altfränkischer" is highlighted, emphasizing the regional roots and tradition of the product. A descriptive text in German is also visible below the main title, providing information on the composition and use of the product.

The bottle itself has a smooth and shiny finish, with no particular coloration of the glass, which was common for this type of advertising container in the second half of the 20th century. The "G. Raub" relief is visible at the top of the neck, suggesting the name of the producer or distributor, a detail sought after by collectors of antique bar items. The golden metal screw cap retains a beautiful patina and contributes to the retro charm of the piece. No liquid is visible in the bottle, which is clearly empty.

The photographic staging, on a carved wooden tray and accompanied by antique objects in the background, highlights the decorative character of the bottle. This type of mignonette is typically used as a display item or vintage bar decoration, but also as a testament to the advertising practices and tastes of the time in European spirits.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The label shows signs of wear and slight tears; the glass appears to be in good condition, with no visible cracks on the displayed side. The golden cap shows a patina of use consistent with the age of the object. Empty bottle.

Did you know? Advertising mignonettes were commonly offered or sold from the 1950s to the 1980s by European distilleries to promote their liqueurs and aperitifs. "Magenbitter" bottles, a traditional German digestif, are sought after for their retro aesthetic and their history linked to the culture of bitters in Central Europe.

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