Lot #: 61
Price Realized: $460.00
($400 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.
Rare Cobalt-Decorated Stoneware Water Filter, attributed to Richard C. Remmey, Philadelphia, PA, circa 1890, cylindrical filter with flared base and double-stemmed tulip decoration, featuring the impressed words "GATE CITY STONE FILTER, / PAT. APRIL 20TH, 1888." 1 1/2" hairline at edge on underside. A few small rim chips. 6" hairline from rim on side of filter. H 9 1/4".
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