Lot #: 211
Price Realized: $172.50
($150 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.
One-Gallon Stoneware Jar with Cobalt Floral Decoration, attributed to Stephen B. Sweeney, Henrico County, VA, mid 19th century, ovoid jar with tooled shoulder, squared rim, and applied lug handles, decorated on the front and back with a stylized cobalt flower blossom. A few minor rim chips and some minor nicks to thin molding below rim. In-the-making, glazed-over dent at base. Small chip to edge on underside.
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