Lot #: 24
Price Realized: $2,645.00
($2,300 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.
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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