H. B. PFALTZGRAFF / YORK, PA Stoneware Jar with Floral Decoration

October 25, 2014 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 322

Price Realized: $115.00

($100 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)

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Rare Two-Gallon Stoneware Cream Jar with Cobalt Floral Decoration and Inscription, Stamped "H.B. PFALTZGRAFF / YORK, PA," circa 1870-1889, ovoid jar with heavily-tooled shoulder, flattened rim, and applied lug handles, decorated with a large brushed tulip. Side of jar with faint cobalt inscription and 1881 date. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark, capacity mark, and handle terminals. Thin 5 3/4" Y-shaped crack on front, continuing onto underside, where it forms a second large, tight Y. 1 1/4" tight line at base on side of jar. Large tight spidering lines on side of jar. Two chips to one handle. Minor wear to opposite handle. Several rim chips.