Fine JOHN BELL, Waynesboro, PA, Redware Cream Pitcher with Sponged Manganese Decoration
October 17, 2015 Stoneware Auction
Lot #: 25
Price Realized: $3,335.00
($2,900 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 5 years old, and the American ceramics market frequently changes. Additionally, small nuances of color, condition, shape, etc. can mean huge differences in price. Please Contact Us for a Current, Accurate assessment of your items.
Auction Highlight: October 17, 2015 Auction | John Bell Pottery
Fine Diminutive Glazed Redware Pitcher, Stamped "JOHN BELL", Waynesboro, PA, circa 1840-1880, ovoid pitcher with short, flaring collar and ribbed strap handle, the surface decorated with sponged manganese and covered in a clear lead glaze. Impressed with John Bell maker's mark on underside. This example is potted in a desirable small size, survives in exceptional condition, and retains a brilliant luster to the lead-glazed surface. Excellent condition with some wear to rim. H 5 1/4".
Click images to enlarge.
(Our next auction takes place March 21, 2020.)
Exceedingly Rare and Important John Bell, Waynesboro, PA Redware Hunt Scene Pitcher
JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO, Pennsylvania Stoneware Crock
Exceptional Miniature JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO Decorated Stoneware Jar Dated 1867
Rare and Important JOHN BELL Redware Toy Spittoon for Daughter "Myrtle E. Bell"
Very Rare and Important Tin Glazed Redware Mug, attrib. John Bell, Chambersburg, PA, c1830
Very Fine JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO Redware Pitcher with Vibrant Green Glaze
JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO, Pennsylvania, Stoneware Butter Crock
