Fine Tanware Pitcher, Western PA origin, fourth quarter 19th century

July 19, 2014 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 323

Price Realized: $1,150.00

($1,000 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)

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Fine Tanware Pitcher, Western PA origin, fourth quarter 19th century, with ovoid body, nicely-stepped collar, and flared opening, the body decorated in Albany slip with a delicately-brushed fuchsia vine design. Collar additionally decorated with brushed bands, dashes, and inverted drapes. Handle with Albany slip stripes. A skillyfully-potted and decorated example. Provenance: A fresh-to-the-market example, purchased by the consignor's wife in the 1930s and 1940s. Excellent, essentially as-made condition. H 5 1/8".

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