Lot #: 488
Price Realized: $143.75
($125 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.
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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