Lot #: 342
Price Realized: $2,300.00
($2,000 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.
Fine Lidded Redware Jar with Slip Decoration, Galena, Illinois origin, 19th century, cylindrical jar with rounded shoulder and flared rim, the upper half decorated with a dipped yellowish slip, the entire surface covered in a clear lead glaze over a mottled green and orange ground. Large "X" incised into slip on shoulder. Includes original lead-glazed redware lid with large knob. Excellent color. Very nice condition with three small, restored rim chips. Lid in excellent condition. H (including lid) 10 3/4".
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