Lot #: 338
Price Realized: $210.00
($175 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.
Scarce Three-Gallon Stoneware Crock with Cobalt Cherries and Floral Decoration, Stamped "F.H. COWDEN / HARRISBURG," PA origin, circa 1875, cylindrical crock with tooled shoulder, semi-rounded rim, and applied lug handles, decorated with a brushed design of cherries and tulip emanating from a horizontal stem. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and handle terminals. Faintness to areas of decoration. Restoration to front, not touching decoration. Section of one handle restored. A small chip to opposite handle. Sideways L-shaped line at base on reverse, continuing a short distance onto underside.
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