B.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C. Stoneware Face Jug, early fourth quarter 20th century

Fall 2024 Stoneware Auction

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Alkaline-Glazed Stoneware Face Jug, Stamped "B.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C.," early fourth quarter 20th century, ovoid jug with flared spout and sine wave decoration to shoulder, decorated with a hand-modeled and applied clay face featuring bulging eyes with eyebrows, pointed ears, nose with pierced nostrils, and open mouth with china teeth. Surface covered in a mottled green alkaline glaze. Underside impressed with Burlon Craig maker's mark. Excellent, essentially as-made condition. H 11 3/4".

B.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C. Stoneware Face Jug, early fourth quarter 20th centuryB.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C. Stoneware Face Jug, early fourth quarter 20th centuryB.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C. Stoneware Face Jug, early fourth quarter 20th centuryB.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C. Stoneware Face Jug, early fourth quarter 20th centuryB.B. CRAIG / VALE, N.C. Stoneware Face Jug, early fourth quarter 20th century

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