Lot #: 309
Price Realized: $316.25
($275 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 11 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 Stoneware Churn with Altered Capacity Notation, Ohio origin, third quarter 19th century, stylishly-potted churn with vase-like form and applied lug handles, decorated with a boldly-brushed tulip plant bearing three large blossoms. Shoulder with brushed cobalt "4" and superimposed "6," indicating the decorator meant to denote six gallons instead of four. Nice color. 7" crack on side of churn, extending across underside and 8" up opposite side. A chip to one handle. A chip to exterior of rim. Some staining.
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