Lot #: 106
Price Realized: $258.75
($225 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.
Two Cobalt-Stenciled Advertising Jars, attributed to A.P. Donaghho, Parkersburg, WV, circa 1880, a small-sized jar with flared rim, stenciled "Chas. H. Torsch & Co. / Baltimore, Md.", paired with a one-gallon jar, stenciled "E.B. TAYLOR / Richmond, Va.". Torsch jar includes a period inscription on underside, "R. / 16", painted in very light cobalt slip or ink. Torsch jar with rim chips, otherwise excellent condition. Taylor jar in excellent condition with some traces of old green paint and other residue to surface. H (of Torsch jar) 8 5/8".
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