Lot #: 48
Price Realized: $373.75
($325 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 Slip-Decorated Stoneware Flowerpot with Knob Handles, probably William Grindstaff, Knoxville, TN, late 19th century, squat-shaped, ovoid jar with highly-unusual, wheel-thrown knob handles at the shoulders, the surface dipped in a reddish-brown slip and covered in a salt glaze. Original drain hole in underside. Excellent form. A large Y-shaped surface line on one side, not visible on interior. Otherwise excellent, as-made condition. H 10".
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