Lot #: 171
Price Realized: $1,888.00
($1,600 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.
Fine Four-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "JOHN BURGER / ROCHESTER", NY State origin, circa 1860, ovoid jug with semi-squared spout, decorated with an artistic slip-trailed design of a daisy plant featuring a large blossom and two buds emanating from a leafy stem. Excellent spotted and striped details to blossom and leaves. Slip-trailed "4." above. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark. Excellent condition with a minor base chip.
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