America's Premier Auction of Stoneware & Redware Pottery ... Now Featuring Antiques & Decorative Arts
NOW ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS
Click here for a FREE pre-auction evaluation of your pieces!
Click here for more consignment info.
AUCTION INFO
Next Auctions:
•June 9. Antiques & Decorative Arts.
(More Info)
•July 21. Stoneware & Redware.
(More Info)
•Sept. The Maryland Sale. (More Info)
Location: Our historic gallery.
15900 York Rd, Sparks, MD 21152. (Directions.)
HOW TO BID
Click here for info on all of our various bidding methods.
Early NJ Sun Face Jar, attrib. Xerxes Price, South Amboy
October 30, 2004 Stoneware Auction
Lot #: 46Price Realized: $3,850.00 (Price includes 10% buyer's premium).
Rare, Early NJ Stoneware Jar with Impressed Sun Face Design, attributed to Xerxes Price, South Amboy, circa 1820, ovoid form with tall, heavily incised collar and rounded handles. Jar impressed on both sides with a large face surrounded by a sunburst and enclosed within a circle. Face designs and handle terminals are highlighted in cobalt. Attractive early form with very folky design, originating from an important place and time in American stoneware production. Very nice condition with heavy base chips and a few small rim chips. Height 11 3/4".
Click image to enlarge.