Lot #: 244
Price Realized: $1,380.00
($1,200 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.
Fine Multi-Glazed Redware Tankard Pitcher, Strasburg, VA origin, late 19th century, cylindrical-form pitcher with footed base, tooled shoulder, and flared, the surface decorated with streaks of green and brown over a mottled ground of cream-colored slip and orange clay. This example is slightly smaller than most tankard pitchers known, exhibits excellent color, and survives in great condition. 2 1/2", in-the-firing line from rim, which partially glazed over. Additional 1" surface line from spout, visible on exterior only. Tiny nicks to rim and spout. An additional minor rim chip. H 9".
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