Lot #: 368
Price Realized: $501.50
($425 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.
Small-Sized Tanware Pitcher, New Geneva or Greensboro, PA origin, circa 1885, ovoid pitcher with pronounced molding at base of collar and semi-squared rim, decorated in Albany slip around the body with a series of swags flanking a central leaf or flower blossom. Albany slip stripes to bottom edge, base of collar, and rim. Collar and handle with dashed Albany slip decoration. Albany slip highlights to handle terminals. Provenance: David Musser Collection. Excellent condition with a minor nick to rim on reverse. H 5 1/2".
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