Exceptional WM E. WARNER / WEST TROY, New York Stoneware Bird Jug, mid 19th century

Fall 2026 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 168

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Exceptional Two-Gallon Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Bird Decoration, Stamped "WM-E. WARNER. / WEST-TROY.," NY State origin, mid 19th century, cylindrical jug with rounded spout, decorated with a very large, slip-trailed design of a bird perched on a branch with scrolled leaves, carrying a sprig with scrolled leaves in its beak. Outstanding detail throughout bird's body, including scalloped lines and spots to neck, scrolled swags to breast and belly, alternating swags and spots to wing, and dashes along the tail. Cobalt highlights to maker's mark and capacity mark. Among the best Warner birds that we have ever offered, this jug's design is distinguished by its remarkable detail, strong folk art aesthetic, and extraordinary size in comparison to the jug itself, measuring over 13" diagonally and 12" tall. Provenance: A fresh-to-the-market example, consigned from the Western U.S. Very nice condition with some in-the-firing surface flaws and light staining. H 14".



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