This pottery jug was created in the early 19th century and bears the stamp of the Boston merchant, JW TUFTS. James Walker Tufts (February 11, 1835 – February 3, 1902) is known for his founding of Pinehurst, North Carolina and for his development of a successful business in silver plate tableware. He also founded the […]
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Early John Taylor Ceramics Stoneware Cooler Jug 13″ x 9″ Marked on bottom Lid has been repaired and there is a small hairline near the rim. See photos Cool piece.
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Pictured is a novel & infrequently seen blue spongeware pitcher available for sale. The early bulbous, ovoid pitcher has a small pinched spout & an uncommon twig handle. The pitcher measures 8 1/4 in height & dates from 1880 – 1915, or slightly earlier. It’s in excellent condition with a few pin head size nicks […]
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Here for sale is a super nice early 19th century pottery tavern mug. Made from stoneware, it has incised blue bands and a large applied handle. It is made with a unique concave bottom which gives the mug quite a heavy feel. It measures 5 inches tall by 3 1/8 inches across the top. The […]
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