Crock

Object number2008.143.5

Manufacturer Eneix and Frankenberry Pottery

Date1871-1879

OriginNew Geneva, PA

Mediumstoneware clay, with salt glazing and cobalt decoration

Credit LineGift of Bernard Vavrek and Joanne Vavrek

DescriptionTall storage jar, two-gallon capacity: very pale-orange color body has fired, under a salt glaze, to a light-gray color; extensive cobalt stencilling provides capacity and maker information with floral design at center.Dimensions12 x 7.5 in. (30.5 x 19.1 cm)
MarksCobalt stencilling reads: "2" and '"Eneix & Frankenberry / New Geneva Pa."
Historical NotesIn 1877, James Eneix formed a partnership with Alpheus Frankenberry in New Geneva, Pennsylvania; this business only lasted until c.1879. In 1879, Eneix had formed "Eneix and Evans" in partnership with William Williams (see also 2008.143.3).

Related person Alpheus Frankenberry

Related person James Eneix (died 1898)

Collector Bernard Vavrek

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