Lot #: 472
Price Realized: $201.25
($175 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 Two-Gallon Stoneware Jar with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "LEWIS & GARDINER / HUNTINGTON. L I", New York State origin, circa 1827-1829, ovoid jar with tooled shoulder and applied lug handles, decorated with a stylized floral design on the reverse with circular blossom. Brushed cobalt highlights to maker's mark, capacity mark, and handle terminals. Provenance: Donald Matties Collection. A thin 2" crack from rim on reverse. A few short, minor hairlines. A 2 3/4" surface line on underside, not visible on interior. A tiny base nick.
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