Lot #: 321
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.
Glazed Redware Pitcher with Incised Federal Eagle Decoration, attributed to Jacob Medinger, Limerick Township, Montgomery County, PA, early 20th century, ovoid pitcher with footed base, heavily-ribbed handle, and coggled embellishment at the base of the collar; decorated on the front with an incised design of a spread-winged eagle with shield, clutching an olive branch in each foot, and carrying a banner in its beak, inscribed "Liberty". Daubed manganese decoration throughout, the entire surface covered in a clear lead glaze. Excellent, essentially as-made condition with a few very minor glaze flakes to bottom edge. H 6 7/8".
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