1972 Alberta's Molds "Southern Gentleman" ceramic bourbon decanter. 

Background & Production

• The Manufacturer: Produced from a popular slip-casting mold created by Alberta's Molds Inc. in 1972. 

• The Figure: Modeled as a stylized, caricature-like depiction of a distinguished Kentucky Colonel / Southern Gentleman. He features a robust white mustache, a blue dandy coat with a pink flower boutonniere, a gold pocket watch chain slung across a yellow waistcoat, and a tan cowboy or plantation hat. 

• DIY Ceramics Movement: During the 1970s and 1980s, companies like Alberta's Molds sold the raw, unpainted ceramic blanks directly to hobby shops and individual crafters. As a result, while the mold geometry is identical, the exact paint finish, colors, and level of detail vary noticeably between individual pieces since they were typically hand-painted by local enthusiasts. 

• Functionality: Standing approximately 12 inches tall, the base of the pedestal is boldly stamped with the word "BOURBON". The gentleman's hat and head act as the removable stopper, which originally housed a cork insert to seal the liquor inside.

  
  

   Collectibility & Value

  These whimsical figural decanters remain popular staples for retro home bar decor and vintage Americana collectors.

  Important Note: The hat is a chipped a little and so does the vest.. Sold AS IS

Weight: 2.002 lbs., does not include packaging