Lot #: 16
Price Realized: $862.50
($750 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 8 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.
Scarce Four-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Wreath and 1872 Date, Stamped "E & L P NORTON / BENNINGTON VT.", 1872, cylindrical jug with squared spout, decorated with a slip-trailed design of a wreath accented with spots, surrounding the date "1872". Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. Desirable decoration and impressive large size to jug. Very nice condition. Two minor chips to interior of rim. A few in-the-firing surface lines to handle, the longest running along the top of the handle and measuring approximately 4 1/2". A minor area of surface wear to left side of jug. H 17".
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