Lot #: 268
Price Realized: $345.00
($300 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 Rockingham Pottery Pitcher, Inscribed "PROTECTION TO AMERICAN INDUSTRY," possibly Rochester, NY, second half 19th century, featuring a raised design of an arm holding a hammer, with inscription in plaque below, the surface covered in a streaked reddish-brown glaze over a cream-colored ground. A similar pitcher, bearing the name "EVERITT / ROCH." suggests this mold was used in Rochester, NY, possibly at the Burger manufactory. 1 1/2" line to front of spout and 2 1/2" line to left side of spout. A tiny nick to handle. A few tight short lines to base, primarily visible on underside. Some surface wear to exterior rim area. H 9".
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