~ Alle Nacht die Kehle nass ~
 
These wily gnomes have it all around the clock on this etched, barrel-shaped stein designed by unknown artist "G.K." and marked "Germany 172", ca. 1900.
 
Alle Nacht die Kehle nass,
alle Tag ein frisches Fass.
Every night a wet throat,
every day a fresh barrel.
 
 
Translation: Les Hopper compilation II
Photo credit: Unknown