J. SWANN / ALEXA Stoneware Jar (Alexandria, VA)
March 8, 2008 Stoneware Auction
Lot #: 259
Price Realized: $5,175.00
($4,500 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
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Auction Highlight: March 8, 2008 Auction | Alexandria / DC Stoneware
Very Rare Alexandria, VA Two-Gallon Ovoid Stoneware Jar, Stamped "J. SWANN / ALEXA," circa 1815, ovoid jar with thin foot, slightly flared rim, and applied tab handles, impressed with rare John Swann maker's mark. Hairline crack on underside, continuing onto sides of jar in two places. Handle chip. Small rim chip. Several base chips. H 11 3/4".
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