Lot #: 49
Price Realized: $649.00
($550 hammer, plus 18% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 7 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.
Large-Sized Open-Handled Stoneware Jar with Alkaline Glaze, Washington County, GA origin, circa 1840-1870, ovoid jar with tapered rim molding and open strap handles, the surface covered in a mottled olive and brown alkaline glaze. Although this jar appears to have an incised "4" under one handle, its capacity is likely larger. Provenance: Dr. Raymond L. Owen Collection. Very nice condition. A 1 1/2" line at base, continuing 1 3/4" onto underside. Some wear to rim molding. Some light wear to surface. H 18".
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