Lot #: 296
Price Realized: $172.50
($150 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 8 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 Diminutive Glazed Redware Butter Tub, Stamped "JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO'," PA origin, circa 1850-1880, cylindrical form resting on three feet with applied rope handles and raised shoulder molding, the surface decorated with heavily-sponged manganese and covered in a clear lead glaze. Impressed with John Bell maker's mark on underside. One handle and section of rim below has been professionally restored. Additional restoration to surface on interior below same handle. A faint 1 3/4" hairline from rim. H (to top of handles) 2 7/8".
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