• Stoneware/Redware
Lot 33

1822 ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA NEWSPAPER WITH POTTERY ADVERTISEMENTS

Estimate: $100 - $200
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

1822 ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA NEWSPAPER WITH POTTERY ADVERTISEMENTS, Alexandria Gazette and Daily Advertiser, March 20, 1822, single sheet, containing a notice by John Swann considering his November 27 disposal of his Stone Ware Manufactory to Messrs. Hugh Smith & Co.; an ad by John Swann for two journeymen stone ware potters; and an ad by Evans & Griggs "that they have taken that well known establishment of the late Lewis Plum, where they intend manufacturing of every description of Earthen-ware..." 20" x 13".
Catalogue Note: The inclusion of three pottery-related ads/notices in this single issue illustrates the bustling pottery industry in Alexandria at this early date.

Condition

Very good condition with even toning, and typical fold creases.

Collection of the late Al and Billy Steidel, Alexandria, VA.