Lot #: 11
Price Realized: $460.00
($400 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 Ovoid Stoneware Jug, Stamped "CLARK & FOX / ATHENS," New York State origin, circa 1830, highly ovoid jug with semi-squared spout and ribbed handle, decorated with a brushed cobalt flower or wreath surrounding the maker's mark. Excellent, essentially as-made condition with some in-the-firing contact marks on the shoulder area, as well as two faint lines on underside and some minor base chipping, all of which likely occurred during the firing. H 11 1/4".
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