Jug, Whiskey
Object number2008.143.12
Manufacturer
Jacob Swank and Company
Date1850-1870
OriginJohnstown, PA
Mediumstoneware clay with alkaline glaze
Credit LineGift of Bernard Vavrek and Joanne Vavrek
DescriptionGraceful, tall, ovoid whiskey jug; reddish-brown color, very smooth surface, with very thin, sparse glazing; tall, narrow neck, with narrow spout; single wide, pulled handle attaches at shoulder; vessel is stamped on shoulder with maker and capacity information.Dimensions12.25 x 7 in. (31.1 x 17.8 cm)MarksVessel is stamped on shoulder: "J. Swank & Co. / Johnstown, Pa." over the numeral: "1".
Related person
Jacob Swank
Collector
Bernard Vavrek
On View
On view
1850-1870
1860-1870
