Lot #: 270
Price Realized: $767.00
($650 hammer, plus 18% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 7 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 Three-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "COWDEN & WILCOX. / HARRISBURG . PA", circa 1865, ovoid jug with tapered spout, decorated with a brushed flowering plant motif consisting of a central daisy blossom composed of seven circular strokes, flanked by two buds. Cobalt highlights to capacity mark and handle terminals. Excellent condition with a small in-the-firing contact mark to front, a small iron ping near base on side of jug, and some minor base chips.
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