Lot #: 216
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.
One-Gallon Stoneware Pitcher with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "JOHN BURGER / ROCHESTER", New York State origin, circa 1860, semi-ovoid pitcher with tall collar and pronounced rim, the front decorated with a flowering plant motif featuring two buds emanating from a series of heavily-shaded leaves. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark. Excellent, essentially as-made condition.
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