Lot #: 288
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.
Five-Gallon Stoneware Jar with Elaborate Stenciled Rose Decoration, Stenciled "JAS. HAMILTON & CO. / GREENSBORO. / PA.," circa 1875, cylindrical jar with tooled shoulder, semi-rounded rim, and applied lug handles, decorated with two large rose clusters above James Hamilton stenciling. Base with large bold-faced 5 flanked by rays. Freehand stripes at shoulder and base. Excellent decoration. Hairline in underside and some wear to right side of front. Otherwise excellent condition.
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