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Fantastic looking cobalt decorated folk art saltglazed stoneware water or milk pitcher. Nice ovoid form. Applied handle with light brush of cobalt on the inside. Scribed bands at shoulder and just below rim. Awesome huge swath of cobalt at the front makes this a standout. Reddish amber interior glaze. Never seen one like it. A great country piece of pottery.

Date: 1850-1880.

Size: 8 1/2″ tall. 6″ greatest diameter.

Condition: Small rim flake. 1 1/2″ hairline from rim. Minor flakes at base. In-making stable separation at top and base of handle.

A few thoughts on stoneware: Stoneware was originally designed as utilitarian objects. Typically, these pieces were put into service for many years. As such, stoneware will generally show signs of heavy wear and usage. Some chips and cracks are usually in evidence, and serve as reminders that stoneware was first and foremost meant to be functional. These factors should be taken into account when evaluating a piece.

Price: $242

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