Lot #: 488
Price Realized: $143.75
($125 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.
Rare Two-Gallon Stoneware Jug, Stamped "HUNTINGTON. LI", Lewis & Gardiner or H. Lewis, circa 1827-1854, ovoid jug with tapered spout and applied handle, decorated with cobalt highlights to maker's mark, capacity mark, and lower handle terminal. An unusual maker's mark variant. Excellent, essentially as-made condition . A 1 1/2" in-the-firing contact mark at base on reverse with smooth adhered piece of clay. A 1" in-the-firing contact mark to front.
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