Lot #: 25
Price Realized: $287.50
($250 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 12 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.
Ironstone Civil War Commemorative Pitcher, Marked "M, A, P, TRENTON, NJ," circa 1865, molded pitcher featuring a raised design of a battle scene on one side, along with the impressed names "COL ELLSWORTH," "BROWNELL," and "J.W. JACKSON / THE TRAITOR". Reverse depicts a vulture holding a snake in its beak atop a fallen palm tree and tattered Southern flag, below the impressed slogan "UNION AND CONFEDERACY". An American flag supported by rifles appears to the right. Impressed on underside with the maker's mark of Millington, Astbury, & Poulston. Large professional restoration to spout and rim area. H 9".
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