Lot #: 154
Price Realized: $147.50
($125 hammer, plus 18% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 5 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.
Redware Spittoon, Stamped "JOHN BELL / WAYNESBORO'," PA origin, circa 1850-1880, cylindrical form with pronounced foot, recessed top, and carved oval opening at shoulder, the surface decorated with sponged manganese and covered in a clear lead glaze. Underside impressed with John Bell maker's mark. A small chip to oval opening at shoulder. Three short hairlines to opening on top. Two small chips to underside at edge. Some light wear to surface. H 4 3/8" ; Diameter 7".
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