Next Auction: July 20, 2019 | Now Accepting Consignments

Exceptional COWDEN & WILCOX / HARRISBURG, PA Three-Gallon Stoneware Bird Jug

November 3, 2018 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 213

Price Realized: $7,670.00

($6,500 hammer, plus 18% buyer's premium)

PLEASE NOTE: The American ceramics market frequently changes, often dramatically. Additionally, small nuances of color, condition, shape, etc. can mean huge differences in price. Please do not hesitate to Contact Us for a Current, Accurate assessment of your items.

Auction Highlight: November 3, 2018 Auction | Central PA Stoneware

November 3, 2018 Auction Catalog

◀ Back to Catalog

Exceptional Three-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Bird-on-Stump Decoration, Stamped "COWDEN & WILCOX. / HARRISBURG, PA", circa 1865, ovoid jug with semi-rounded spout, decorated with a large brushed design of a crested bird with raised leg, striped tail, and detailed wing, standing atop a wide tree stump, accented with stripes and flanked by shrubs. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark, capacity mark, and handle terminals. Outstanding color and size to decoration. The addition of brushwork flanking the stump is most unusual. Provenance: A fresh-to-the-market example, purchased by the consignor in 1983. Very nice condition. A 3/4" x 1/2" spout chip and minor spout nick. Light staining to reverse. H 15".