Lot #: 82
Price Realized: $590.00
($500 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.
Small-Sized Glazed Redware Jug, New England origin, early to mid 19th century, highly-ovoid jug with footed base and tooled shoulder, the lead-glazed surface featuring orange, red, and olive coloration throughout. Provenance: A fresh-to-the-market example, from a recently-surfaced Northeastern U.S. collection assembled decades ago. Excellent condition with a minor spout chip. Old pen inscription on underside reads, "POSS. MAINE C. 1825-1850". H 5 7/8".
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