Rustic Terra Cotta Aquarium, attrib. Fair Hill Terra Cotta Works, Philadelphia

Fall 2026 Stoneware Auction

Lot #: 338

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Rustic Terra Cotta Aquarium, attributed Fair Hill Terra Cotta Works, Philadelphia, PA, late 19th century, molded faux bois aquarium of semi-lunate form on pedestal, the interior coated in a yellow glaze, the exterior with original brown and paint. This model was referred to in Fair Hill Terra Cotta Works catalog as the Mulertt Aquarium, named after German immigrant, Hugo Mulertt (1848-1927), known as the father of the American aquarium hobby. Crocker Farm would like to thank The Museum of Aquarium and Pet History for their assistance in cataloging this lot. Missing its two panes of glass. Otherwise excellent condition with some expected paint wear and minor edge chipping. L 13 3/4" ; W 7 3/8" ; H 13 3/4".



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