Lot #: 24
Price Realized: $2,645.00
($2,300 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.
Exceptional One-Gallon Redware Jug with Profuse Sponged Manganese Decoration, Stamped "JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO'," PA origin, circa 1850-1880, semi-ovoid jug with wide spout and applied strap handle, the entire surface decorated with heavy reddish-brown manganese sponging over a yellowish ground and covered in a clear lead glaze. Impressed with John Bell maker's mark at shoulder. This beautifully-glazed example survives in remarkable condition. Excellent, essentially as-made condition. H 10 1/4".
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