Lot #: 326
Price Realized: $560.50
($475 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.
Two-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Elaborate Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "J. & E. NORTON / BENNINGTON VT", circa 1855, semi-ovoid jug with semi-rounded spout, decorated with a slip-trailed design of two large flower blossoms emanating from a stem with scrolled leaves. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. Some light wear to surface on front. A small band of surface wear near base on side of jug. A 1" base chip and several other tiny base chips. A semi-circular line to underside.
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