Lot #: 440
Price Realized: $402.50
($350 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.
Extremely Rare Four-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Rabbit Decoration, Stamped "COWDEN & WILCOX / HARRISBURG PA", circa 1865, semi-ovoid jug with squared spout, decorated with a large cobalt figure of reclining rabbit extending across the front. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark, capacity mark, and handle terminals. One of a few Cowden & Wilcox rabbit decorations known. Significant restoration to surface of jug. Some restoration to surface touches feet and belly of the rabbit, not affecting the cobalt. A small iron ping to right side of jug. A minor nick to interior of rim. H 17".
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