TWO GALLON STONEWEAR JAR

AMERICAN - 19th CENTURY

American Stoneware is the predominant house ware of the era. Crocks,jugs and preserve jars were kitchen essentials throughout the 18th - 20th Centuries. By 1820,stoneware was being produced in every American center. Today these pieces are prized for their simple beauty.

Offering a two gallon, salt glaze preserve jar. It is 11.5" tall and circa 19th C. This jar was decorated using cobalt oxide to produce the bright blue,stylized decoration on the front and back  of the jar.  A light brown slip wash is on the interior. The jar is balanced by two open loop handles on either side with brushed Cobalt highlights at the terminals. It has minor staining and kiln marks. The colors are crisp and clean. The bottom and top rims are strong with minor chips. It is in excellent condition.

# MCB 18325

$285.00