Lot #: 314
Price Realized: $210.00
($175 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.
Glazed Redware Flowerpot, Stamped "JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO'," PA origin, circa 1850-1880, tapered flowerpot with rounded rim and attached saucer, the surface dipped in a streaky, cream-colored slip, decorated with sponged manganese, and covered in a clear lead glaze. Underside impressed with John Bell maker's mark. Attractive glaze. Provenance: Property deaccessioned by the Miller House Museum, Hagerstown, MD. A 1 1/4" rim chip. Glaze flakes to rim. Two cracks from rim, measuring 2 1/4" and 2". A 7/8" chip to rim of saucer and a minor base chip. Residue from use to base of flowerpot and rim of saucer. H 5".
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