Lot #: 3
Price Realized: $460.00
($400 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.
Early Stoneware Jug with Cobalt "Watchspring" Decoration, NJ or NY/NE origin, late 18th century, ovoid jug with tooled spout and ribbed handle, decorated with a large brushed "watchspring" motif accented with tassel-like brushwork. 1 3/4" base chip. Other lesser chipping to base. Tight lines at base, typical of early stoneware. Minor nick and a few short, tight lines to spout. Hairline in lower handle terminal. H 14 1/2".
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