Lot #: 238
Price Realized: $431.25
($375 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 14 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.
Spongeware Syrup Jug, probably F.H. Weeks, Akron, OH, late 19th century, large-sized, molded jug with raised oak leaf design around shoulder and attached wood and metal bail handle, the surface decorated with sponged cobalt over a whitish Bristol slip. Paint wear to handle. Small spout chip and two small chips to interior of opening. Small stone ping to top of one ear. Four base chips. Wear to wooden handle. H 8".
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