Two Cylindrical Cobalt-decorated Baltimore Stoneware Crocks

Description:

Two Cylindrical Cobalt-decorated Baltimore Stoneware Crocks, c. 1860, a three-gallon water cooler with applied lug handles, cobalt clover decoration on front and rear, and circular bunghole; and a three-gallon crock with six heavily brushed clover leaves surrounding the upper portion, with applied lug handles, both stamped "3" in a circle, ht. 13 in.
Estimate $400-600

The water cooler has a star-shaped crack in the base and a chip on one handle. The crock has no obvious chips, cracks, or evidence of repair.


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