Lot #: 226
Price Realized: $501.50
($425 hammer, plus 18% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 6 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.
Cobalt-Decorated Stoneware Canteen, Embossed "BARDWELL'S / ROOT BEER", attributed the Whites Pottery, Utica, NY, late 19th century, Bristol-slip-glazed canteen with cobalt highlights throughout, one side with relief decoration of running elk, the other side embossed "BARDWELL'S ROOT BEER" surrounding a floral motif. Fitted with a wire-and-wood bail handle. Excellent condition with minor flaws. Excellent condition with some spots of old yellow paint to right side of canteen. H (to top of spout) 11 1/4".
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