Jar

Object number2007.57.12

Datec. 1865

Mediumstoneware clay, alkaline glaze, cobalt slip decoration

Credit LineGift of Bernard Vavrek and Joanne Vavrek

DescriptionSalt-glazed stoneware sorage jar, four-gallon capacity; light-gray body, with bold deep cobalt-blue decoration; tall, cylinder shape, bulges slightly at shoulder, with two molded(?) attached handles; pronounced lip at top, with wide, flat, rim; brush-decorated on two sides: vine and four-petalled trumpet flower over numeral on one side, opposite side has vine/flower only; brushed lines at neck and attachment points of handles.Dimensions14.5 x 9.5 x 8.75 in. (36.8 x 24.1 x 22.2 cm)
MarksNumeral "4" on one side.
Historical NotesUnusual in that both sides of the vessel are decorated, this jar has an early appearance, as evidenced by the light color and generous cobalt hand-brushed decoration. Part of a collection of stoneware from local manufacturers in the Western Pennsylvania region.

Collector Bernard Vavrek

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