Lot #: 120
Price Realized: $660.00
($550 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.
Three-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Elaborate Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "J. & E. NORTON / BENNINGTON VT.," circa 1855, cylindrical jug with squared spout, decorated with an intricate slip-trailed design of two daisies emanating from a central, scrolled stem with leaves. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. Artistic decoration and excellent color. Several short cracks to base on right side of jug, A 2 1/4" x 7/8" flake to underside, beside a small flake. Staining to surface. A minor chip to top edge of spout and a tiny flake to top of spout.
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