F.H. COWDEN / HARRISBURG Stoneware Jug w/ Cobalt Indian Decoration
March 21, 2009 Stoneware Auction
Lot #: 98
Price Realized: DNMR
Extremely Rare Four-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Indian's Bust, Stamped "F.H. COWDEN / HARRISBURG," circa 1880, ovoid jug with semi-squared spout and applied handle, decorated with a large cobalt design of an American Indian's bust with mohawk, exaggerated nose, and frowning open mouth bearing teeth. A highly desirable subject in American stoneware decoration. As-made condition with two glazed-over spout chips and a few in-the-firing contact marks on the side. H 16 1/2".
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