Lot #: 190
Price Realized: $517.50
($450 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 Two-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Star-Shaped Floral Motif, Stamped "J MORTON / JORDAN," New York State origin, mid 19th century, ovoid jar with tapered spout, the front decorated with four-petaled design resembling a star, embellished dots and foliate sprays at each corner. Brushed cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. Unusual maker's mark with good decoration. Essentially as-made condition with a contact mark to front, a few short lines at base, and a glazed-over 3/8" base chip, all of which appear to be in-the-firing.
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