Lot #: 242
Price Realized: $1,840.00
($1,600 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 8 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.
Fine Glazed Miniature Redware Pitcher, Stamped "JOHN BELL", Waynesboro, PA origin, circa 1840-1880, elegantly-potted pitcher with ovoid body, tall flaring collar, and spurred strap handle, the surface decorated with heavily-sponged manganese over an orange ground and covered in a clear lead glaze. Impressed "JOHN BELL" below rim. Desirable form and size. Excellent condition with a small base chip, possibly in-the-firing. H 4 7/8".
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