Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century.

Fall 2024 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 314

Price Realized: $360.00

($300 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)

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Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century, cylindrical form with central ink hole surrounded by four quill holes, decorated with folky wavy line and spot designs in slip-trailed copper over a reddish ground, under a light lead glaze. The dark reddish coloration of the clay is consistent with other New York State redware pieces, most notably those by Alvin Wilcox. Provenance: Originally found in New York State; Crocker Farm, Inc., July 20, 2019, lot 422. Chipping around base. Restored chips. Some touch-up to slip. A hairline to top surface, extending partway down side of inkwell. Diameter 3 5/8" ; H 1 3/8".

Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century.Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century.Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century.Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century.Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century.Rare Glazed Redware Inkwell with Copper Slip Decoration, American, probably New York State, early to mid 19th century.

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