Rare and Fine Stoneware Bank with Cobalt Floral Decoration, att. Richard C. Remmey, Philadelphia, PA
October 22, 2016 Stoneware Auction
Lot #: 420
Price Realized: $3,105.00
($2,700 hammer, plus 15% buyer's premium)
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Auction Highlight: October 22, 2016 Auction | Philadelphia Stoneware | Remmey Pottery
Rare and Fine Stoneware Bank with Cobalt Floral Decoration, attributed to Richard C. Remmey, Philadelphia, PA, circa 1875, ovoid bank with bell-shaped finial, footed base and unusual stepped shoulder above a carved horizontal slot. Front decorated with two brushed tulips emanating from a stripe at the base, reverse with a brushed foliate motif, and shoulder moldings with profuse swag decorations. Cobalt highlight to finial. Very nice condition with a shallow chip and nick to slot, a few very minor nicks to shoulder moldings, and wear to tip of finial. H 5 3/4".
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