Lot #: 141
Price Realized: $488.75
($425 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.
Two J. Burger Stoneware Billheads, Rochester, NY, Dated 1885 and 1886, both titled "Bought of J. BURGER," and listing types of stoneware and Rockingham ware available, including images of stoneware forms. 1885 billhead includes pencil inscription, which reads "Received Payment. J. Burger / M. Benney," a possible Burger signature. Loss to corner of 1886 billhead, among other flaws. Other billhead with toning along bottom. Both with typical handwritten notations. Framed Dimensions: 23 1/2" x 13 3/4".
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