Lot #: 298
Price Realized: $373.75
($325 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 15 years old, and the American ceramics market frequently changes. Additionally, small nuances of color, condition, shape, etc. can mean huge differences in price. If you're interested in having us sell a similar item for you, please contact us here.
Cobalt-Decorated Stoneware Jar, District of Columbia origin, probably John Walker, circa 1830, ovoid jar with semi-squared rim, decorated on the front with a large cobalt sweeping flower, and on the reverse with three U-shaped groups of swags. Minor base chip. Minor wear to rim. H 9 1/2".
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