Lot #: 161
Price Realized: $390.00
($325 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)
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Two-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Floral Decoration, Stamped "HARRISBURG.PA," attributed to William Moyer, circa 1858-1861, ovoid jug with semi-rounded spout, brush-decorated with a double-blossomed tulip motif. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark, capacity mark, and handle terminals. An in-the-firing separation to upper handle terminal. Light residue to surface. A small in-the-firing contact mark at base on reverse. Traces of old black paint to surface. H 14 1/2".
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