Lot #: 110
Price Realized: $373.75
($325 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 10 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.
Scarce Three-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Flower Basket Decoration, Stamped "W-A-LEWIS / GALES-VILLE N-Y," circa 1858, cylindrical jug with semi-rounded spout, decorated with an artistic slip-trailed design of basket overflowing with large flower blossoms, vines, and grape clusters. This jug is decorated with a dark purplish-blue slip, which appears to be a combination of cobalt and manganese. Approximately 7" crack from spout on right side of jug. Otherwise excellent condition with some discoloration to surface.
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