Lot #: 258
Price Realized: $840.00
($700 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 3 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 Glazed Redware Jar with Incised Bird Decoration, probably PA origin, Dated 1788, squat-shaped, angular jar with tooled banding and incised sine wave decoration to shoulder, the underside decorated with an incised bird above the number "8," flanked by saw-toothed designs. Incised below with large date, "1788." Surface covered in a clear lead glaze. Desirable early date. Good condition for an 18th century piece. A 1 1/2" rim chip. A small rim chip and light rim wear. Light surface wear. H 8 1/2".
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