Lot #: 75
Price Realized: $480.00
($400 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 4 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 Iron-Decorated Stoneware Jar, Stamped "CHARLESTOWN," Frederick Carpenter, Charlestown, MA, early 19th century, ovoid jar with flared collar, open loop handles, and heavily-tooled shoulder and base, the shoulder impressed with two hearts below a Charlestown maker's mark. Iron-oxide-dipped decoration to top and base of jar. Rim chips. Otherwise excellent condition.
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