Lot #: 58
Price Realized: $517.50
($450 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.
Fine One-Gallon Stoneware Jar with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "J. & E. NORTON / BENNINGTON VT", circa 1855, ovoid jar with tooled shoulder, flatted rim, and applied lug handles, decorated with a boldly-slip-trailed floral design consisting of two circular blossoms resembling eyes, extending from a central stem with scrolled leaves. Cobalt highlights to handle terminals. Desirable small size and excellent color. Excellent condition with a glazed-over, 7/8" horizontal line above left handle and some typical light wear to cobalt.
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