Fine Large-Sized CHANDLER / MAKER (Edgefield District, SC) Stoneware Jar w/ Kaolin Slip Decoration

Spring 2026 Auction of the David & Jongy Ward Collection

Lot #: 15

Price Realized: $6,000.00

($5,000 hammer, plus 20% buyer's premium)

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Fine Large-Sized Alkaline-Glazed Stoneware Jar with Kaolin Slip Decoration, Stamped "CHANDLER / MAKER," Thomas Chandler Pottery, Kirksey's Crossroads, Edgefield District, SC, circa 1850, ovoid jar with narrow, semi-rounded mouth and large arched-tab handles, decorated on the front and reverse in slip-trailed kaolin slip with a scalloped drape and looping line motifs. Additional looping line motif below each handle. Gray-green, alkaline-glazed ground with thick, bluish-gray runs descending from the upper body. Excellent size, measuring approximately eight to ten gallons. A 6 1/4" line on underside, continuing 8" up body of jar on reverse. One handle with a 2 1/16" flake and small in-the-firing ping. Opposing handle with a small chip. H 19".

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