Lot #: 230
Price Realized: $2,875.00
($2,500 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 13 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.
Very Rare Diminutive Multi-Glazed Redware Jar, Strasburg, VA origin, late 19th century, small-size ovoid jar with rounded foot and semi-rounded rim, the surface decorated with splashed copper and manganese glazes over a yellow surface. Surface covered in a clear lead glaze. Exceptional size, form, and color. One of the finest examples of Shenandoah Valley multi-glaze to be offered at auction recently. Small chip to foot, connecting to a shallow 7/8" flake on underside. Other minor base nicks. Minor 5/8" area of wear to rim. H 3 1/4" ; Diameter (at opening) 3 5/8".
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