Lot #: 299
Price Realized: $805.00
($700 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 12 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.
Scarce One-Gallon Cincinnati, Ohio Stenciled Stoneware Pitcher, fourth quarter 19th century, ovoid pitcher with tall flaring collar, decorated with stenciled cobalt inscription "JAS. BENJAMIN, / WHOLESALE / STONEWARE / DEPOT / No. 14 WATER ST. / CINCINNATI, O." Unusual form for this maker. Old paint removed from surface. A few chips to interior of spout area. Otherwise excellent condition.
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