Lot #: 228
Price Realized: $330.00
($275 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)
PLEASE NOTE: This result is 2 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.
Shenandoah Valley Multi-Glazed Redware Cream Pitcher, attributed to S. Bell & Sons, Strasburg, VA origin, circa 1890, wide-bodied, ovoid pitcher with footed base and flared collar, the lead-glazed surface decorated with streaks of cream-colored, copper, and manganese slip. Desirable shape. Large rim chip. Two spots of wear to rim and a spot of wear to spout. An in-the-firing contact mark to top of handle. Minor base wear. H 5 1/2".
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