Lot #: 382
Price Realized: $531.00
($450 hammer, plus 18% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 5 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.
Scarce and Fine Cobalt-Decorated Stoneware Ring Bottle, NC origin, possibly Craven Family, fourth quarter 19th century, wheel-thrown, ring-shaped form with applied, tapered spout, decorated with a series of large cobalt daubs on one side and heavy cobalt slip applied to the opposite side, the surface covered in a clear salt glaze. An unusual form to find with cobalt decoration in Southern stoneware production. Excellent condition with a minor spout chip. Diameter 7 3/4".
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