Lot #: 49
Price Realized: $201.25
($175 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.
Early Stoneware Jug with Cobalt "Watchspring" Decoration, NJ or NY/NE origin, late 18th century, ovoid jug with tooled spout and ribbed handle, decorated with a large brushed "watchspring" motif accented with tassel-like brushwork. 1 3/4" base chip. Other lesser chipping to base. Tight lines at base, typical of early stoneware. Minor nick and a few short, tight lines to spout. Hairline in lower handle terminal. H 14 1/2".
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