Lot #: 248
Price Realized: $1,955.00
($1,700 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.
Fine and Rare One-Gallon Stoneware Pitcher with Stenciled and Freehand Cobalt Decoration, Western PA origin, circa 1875, finely-potted pitcher with ovoid body and tall collar with tooled rim, decorated on the front with a stylized stenciled foliate design between freehand stripes. Collar decorated with a large freehand tulip on each side and dashes accenting the spout. Excellent form, decoration, and color. Tight cracks in underside, one of which extends approximately 4 1/2" up right side of pitcher. Smooth, heavily-worn area to spout. Some light wear to rim. H 10 1/4".
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