Unusual Alkaline-Glazed Honey Jar w/ Incised Cross, possibly South Carolina

Winter 2026 Auction of the Carole Wahler Collection

Lot #: 185

Price Realized: $360.00

($300 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)

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Unusual Alkaline-Glazed Honey Jar with Incised Cross, possibly SC origin, 19th century, ovoid form with flaring mouth and applied strap handle, the surface covered in a mottled brown-to-gray alkaline glaze. Base marked with incised or impressed cross. Very nice condition with some light surface wear and burgundy felt on underside. H 13".

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