Lot #: 58
Price Realized: $517.50
($450 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.
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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