Lot #: 324
Price Realized: $270.00
($225 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: The American ceramics market frequently changes, often dramatically. 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.
Large-Sized Redware Pitcher with Tinwork, Marked "PAT. JUN, 27, 1876, F. SCHIFFERLE, ST. LOUIS, MO," circa 1876, semi-ovoid pitcher with flared collar, the exterior coated in a lead-and-manganese glaze, the interior coated with cream-colored slip under a clear lead glaze. Includes original tin banding, handle, and lid, the lower band marked with Fridolin Schifferle maker's mark. One of the "Culinary Vessels" Fridolin Schifferle, a St. Louis producer of tin and other metal work, patented in 1876, with the ceramic objects being made at unknown potteries for him to fit with tin. The pitcher itself was possibly made at the Bodine pottery in Zanesville, Ohio. Very nice condition with wear to rim and spout. H (including lid) 13".
Click images to enlarge.
A Few of the Related Items We've Sold
Fine Philadelphia Redware Plate, 18th century
J. EBERLY & CO. / STRASBURG, VA Redware Pitcher & Washbowl Set
Exceedingly Rare and Important Solomon Grimm, Rockland Township, Berks County, PA Redware Jar, 1820
Important 1810 Bucks County, PA Redware Jar w/ Profuse Slip Floral Decoration
Fine Philadelphia Slip-Decorated Redware Plate, late 18th / early 19th century
