Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

March 20, 2024: Americana - Day One

Wed, Mar 20, 2024 09:00AM EDT
Lot 94

STAMPED "S RISLEY", NORWICH, CONNECTICUT DECORATED STONEWARE JUG

Estimate: $100 - $200
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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

STAMPED "S RISLEY", NORWICH, CONNECTICUT DECORATED STONEWARE JUG, salt-glazed, approximately one-gallon capacity, ovoid form with squared mouth, applied strap handle, Albany-slip glazed interior. Brushed and slip-trailed cobalt floral decoration to front. Sidney Risley (1814-1875), Norwich, CT. Mid 19th century. 10 7/8" HOA. 

Condition

Having a hairline crack extending from base to medial body, some roughness to mouth, probably as made, and a few green paint drips. Manufacturing flaws including kiln kiss to front lower half, as made. 

From a Virginia private collection.