Lot #: 48
Price Realized: $373.75
($325 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 9 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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