Rare 8 Gal. "Sam Scott / Harrison & Protection" Political Stoneware Jar, Ohio origin, c1890

Fall 2025 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 70

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Rare Eight-Gallon Stoneware Political Jar with Cobalt Inscription, "Sam Scott / Harrisson(sic) & Pro / Tection," OH origin, circa 1890, semi-ovoid jar with tooled shoulder, semi-rounded rim, and arched lug handles, brush-decorated with the large inscription, "Sam Scott / Harrisson(sic) & Pro / Tection." Reverse stenciled "8." This jar references the 23rd U.S. President, Benjamin Harrison, who served from 1889 to 1893, and his staunch support of protective tariffs, designed to benefit domestic manufacturers and workers. Among these was the McKinley Tariff, framed by then-Representative, William McKinely, which became law on October 1, 1890. Exceptional size and large inscription. A 1" chip to interior of rim. A small chip to exterior of rim. A thin 6" crack to underside, extending 5 1/4" up front of jar. A few salt drips to surface. H 17".

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