Lot #: 207
Price Realized: $575.00
($500 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.
Rare Six-Gallon Open-Handled Stoneware Water Cooler with Cobalt Floral Decoration, probably PA origin, circa 1850, ovoid form with flared base, tall collar, and open loop handles, decorated front and back with an elaborate brushed cobalt floral design. Impressed "6" on shoulder. Desirable form. Cobalt flower blossom decoration runs below rim. Both handles restored. Significant restoration over much of surface, including touch-up to much of decoration. Additional rim chip. H 15 3/4".
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