Lot #: 148
Price Realized: $316.25
($275 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.
Rare Glazed Redware Presentation Jar Dated 1826, possibly New Jersey, ovoid jar with open strap handles, rounded foot, and tall collar, featuring the lightly-incised inscription around the midsection, "Mary W. Boozer (?) . .[Month] 27 1826". Surface covered in a dark lead and manganese glaze. Although the origin of this jar is unknown, a Boozer Pottery was located on Sourland Mountain in Hunterdon County, NJ during the 19th century. 1 1/4" base chip. Glaze wear and a small chip to rim. Chips and wear to outer edge of each handle. Some small flakes to glaze. H 7 3/4".
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