Lot #: 246
Price Realized: $230.00
($200 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 9 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.
Unusual Two-Gallon Stoneware Crock with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Dated 1893, Stamped "ATHENS POTTERY. N.Y", 1893, cylindrical crock with semi-rounded rim and applied lug handles, decorated with two brushed tulips flanking the date 1893. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. An unusual example of Northeastern salt-glazed stoneware made shortly before the close of the 19th century. Minor chips on interior of rim. Faint 1" hairline on side of crock. A minor chip to one handle.
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