Rare attrib. Cain Pottery, Sullivan County, TN Open-Handled Redware Jar w/ Elaborate Manganese Slashes

Winter 2026 Auction of the Carole Wahler Collection

Lot #: 50

Price Realized: $14,400.00

($12,000 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)

PLEASE NOTE: The American ceramics market frequently changes, often dramatically. 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.

Auction Highlight: Winter 2026 Auction of the Carole Wahler Collection Auction | Southern Pottery | Southern Redware | Tennessee Pottery

Winter 2026 Auction Catalog

◀︎ Back to Catalog

▶ Login

Rare Open-Handled Redware Jar with Elaborate Manganese Slash Decoration, attributed to the Cain Pottery, Sullivan County, TN, circa 1840-1880, ovoid jar with footed base, rounded rim, and open loop handles, decorated throughout the body and handles with brushed manganese-slip slashes under a clear lead glaze. Excellent form and decoration. Provenance: Wahler writes in her notes that this jar and another piece were "found right over the VA line in Bristol." Exhibited: Tennessee Turned, Earthenware and Stoneware Made in East Tennessee 1800-1900, Museum of East Tennessee History, May 16-October 30, 2011. One handle is professionally restored. Some professional restoration to flaking at base. Surface wear. Wear to underside. Omissions in glaze, as-made. Glaze wear to interior. H 13".