Lot #: 244
Price Realized: $1,150.00
($1,000 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.
Outstanding Five-Gallon Stoneware Churn with Elaborate Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "M. WOODRUFF / CORTLAND", New York State origin, circa 1867-1869, ovoid churn with tooled shoulder, flared rim, and applied lug handles, decorated with a brushed and slip-trailed floral motif featuring three large tulips emanating from a tornado-shaped design with scrolled flourish. Slip-trailed "5" at shoulder. Cobalt highlight to maker's mark. Excellent size, form, and decoration. Very nice condition. Some fry to heavier areas of cobalt. A small rim chip. Some tiny flecks of white paint to reverse. A small chip, typical light wear, and tiny nicks to inner rim where a lid would rest.
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