Lot #: 220
Price Realized: $1,840.00
($1,600 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.
Fine One-Gallon Stoneware Batter Pail with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "COWDEN & WILCOX / HARRISBURG, PA," circa 1865, ovoid form with tubular pouring spout, nicely-decorated with classic Cowden spitting tulips flanking the spout and a finely-brushed design of two connected tulips on the reverse. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark, base of spout, handle terminals on reverse, and applied "ears". An excellent example of a highly-prized Central PA form, surviving in remarkable condition. Includes 20th century copper lids and 20th century wrought iron handle. Excellent condition with a few minor base chips and two tiny nicks to handle on reverse.
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