Lot #: 242
Price Realized: $1,840.00
($1,600 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.
Fine Glazed Miniature Redware Pitcher, Stamped "JOHN BELL", Waynesboro, PA origin, circa 1840-1880, elegantly-potted pitcher with ovoid body, tall flaring collar, and spurred strap handle, the surface decorated with heavily-sponged manganese over an orange ground and covered in a clear lead glaze. Impressed "JOHN BELL" below rim. Desirable form and size. Excellent condition with a small base chip, possibly in-the-firing. H 4 7/8".
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