Lot #: 317
Price Realized: $442.50
($375 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.
One-Gallon Cobalt-Decorated Stoneware Jar, James River Valley of Virginia origin, second quarter 19th century, ovoid jar with squared rim and applied lug handles decorated with a stylized flower blossom flanked by wreath-like swags. Cobalt highlights to handle terminals. Very nice condition with one rim chip.
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