Lot #: 263
Price Realized: $172.50
($150 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.
Rare Rockingham Pitcher with Mask Spout and Serpent Handle, Stamped "E. & W. BENNETT / CANTON AVENUE / BALTIMORE, Md.," mid 19th century, molded pitcher with footed base and spout in the form of a bearded man's face, the handle in the form of a serpent with heavily-scaled body. Surface covered in a visually-appealing streaky brown glaze over a cream-colored ground. Impressed with Bennett maker's mark on underside. Professional restoration to spout. Minor professional restorations to spots along two short, sealed lines from rim. Professional restoration to a small base chip. H 8 1/8".
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