Lot #: 178
Price Realized: $1,840.00
($1,600 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.
Glazed Redware Jug, New England origin, possibly Gonic, NH, early to mid 19th century, ovoid jug with rounded foot, ribbed strap handle, and flattened spout, decorated with heavy manganese sponging over a green and orange-spotted ground. Particularly colorful light green hues to shoulder and handle. Surface covered in a clear lead glaze. 3/8" lamp wire hole drilled in underside. Small shallow spots of wear to spout. Small stone ping on handle. Base chips. H 8 1/2".
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