Lot #: 38
Price Realized: $360.00
($300 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 4 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.
Five-Gallon Stoneware Jar with Cobalt Floral Decoration, attributed to David Parr, Jr., Richmond, VA, circa 1860, cylindrical jar with tooled shoulder, flared rim, and applied lug handles, decorated on the front and reverse with two boldly-brushed tulip motifs. Cobalt highlights to handle terminals. A 2" hairline from rim on front. A chip to front of rim.
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