Lot #: 202
Price Realized: $345.00
($300 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.
Fine Large-Sized Westerwald Stoneware "GR" Mug, German origin, circa 1740, cylindrical mug with heavily-tooled bands and applied Georgius Rex medallion with raised crown. Medallion flanked by incised foliate designs extending onto reverse. Decoration and banding highlighted in cobalt slip. Desirable large size. Minor 1 3/4" hairline on underside. 4 1/2" hairline from rim on reverse. Chip on interior of rim on reverse. H 6 3/4".
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