Lot #: 296
Price Realized: $2,070.00
($1,800 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 and Fine Stoneware Canning Jar with Large Cobalt Floral Decoration, Western PA origin, circa 1875, tapered jar with rounded "wax sealer" rim, the front decorated with a very large fuchsia blossom between opposing graduated swags and stripes above and below. Reverse/side of jar includes the very rare addition of a second fuschia blossom extending from a leafy stem. An excellent example of a desirable Western PA form. Chipping to interior of rim. 1" surface line to rim on front, not visible on interior. Small in-the-firing stone ping to base. H 8 1/4".
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