Lot #: 290
Price Realized: $431.25
($375 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.
Rare Large-Sized Stoneware Filtering Water Cooler, Stamped "HART BROS. / FULTON, NY," late 19th century, tapered cooler with semi-rounded rim, large molded foliate-patterned handles, and squared bunghole with screwhead embellishments, the front decorated with cobalt banding and the large stenciled inscription "STONE WARE / No. 1 / WATER. FILTER.". Stamped with "HART BROS." maker's mark above bunghole. Outstanding size, measuring approximately twenty gallons. Excellent condition with a 4 1/2" hairline from rim above left handle. H 24 1/2".
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