Lot #: 246
Price Realized: $230.00
($200 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.
Unusual Two-Gallon Stoneware Crock with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Dated 1893, Stamped "ATHENS POTTERY. N.Y", 1893, cylindrical crock with semi-rounded rim and applied lug handles, decorated with two brushed tulips flanking the date 1893. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. An unusual example of Northeastern salt-glazed stoneware made shortly before the close of the 19th century. Minor chips on interior of rim. Faint 1" hairline on side of crock. A minor chip to one handle.
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