Lot #: 298
Price Realized: $1,035.00
($900 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.
Scarce Stoneware Batter Pail with Elaborate Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "COWDEN & WILCOX / HARRISBURG. PA," circa 1865, ovoid form with tubular spout, handle at base on reverse, and clay ears attached to a wood and metal bail handle. Decorated on the front with wreath-like brushwork and dotted flowers flanking the spout, as well as leaf-like brushwork underscoring the maker's mark. Reverse decorated with two brushed cobalt spitting tulips. Includes tin coverings. Highly desirable form and excellent decoration. Professional restoration to spout. Rim chip. 2 3/4" hairline from rim. Approximately 7 1/2" horizontal line on front, extending into spout, which does not extend through to interior. H 8 3/4".
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