Lot #: 15
Price Realized: $718.75
($625 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 10 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.
Squat-Shaped Stoneware Jar, Stamped "PAUL : CUSHMANs," Albany, NY origin, early 19th century, approximately two-gallon ovoid jar with lug handles, decorated with the large coggled signature of Paul Cushman. Excellent form. Tight cross-shaped line on reverse, partially visible on interior. Smooth 1 1 /4" chip to top of left handle, possibly in-the-firing. In-the-firing separation on underside. A few in-the-firing iron pings with iron drips on surface. H 9 3/4" ; D (across top) 9 3/8".
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