Lot #: 220
Price Realized: $115.00
($100 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.
Roanoke, Virginia Stoneware Advertising Jug with Bail Handle, American, early 20th century, Bristol-slip-glazed jug with wood-and-wire bail handle, featuring the elaborate advertising "THE WOODWARD CO. / PURE WHISKIES, BRANDIES, WINES, ETC. / FOR HOME USE / 2 STORES / 29 SALEM AVE. WEST / 114 SALEM AVE. EAST / ROANOKE, VA. / SEND FOR PRICE LIST". A small base chip on front and reverse. Some in-the-firing crazing to surface and light staining. H (to top of jug) 9 1/2".
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