Lot #: 179
Price Realized: $206.50
($175 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.
Two-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "N. CLARK JR. / ATHENS NY", circa 1840, squat-shaped jug with semi-rounded spout, decorated with two spotted flowers emanating from a central stem. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. Wear to surface, including a small ping to right flower. A 1 7/8" salt drip to side of jug. A 3/4" salt drip to reverse. Two minor base chips.
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