Three Cobalt-decorated Stoneware Jugs

Description:

Three Cobalt-decorated Stoneware Jugs, America, 19th century, a four-gallon jug with double flower decoration marked "N. CLARK JR ATHENS N.Y.," a three-gallon jug with cyclone and double sprig marked "F.S. NORTON/WORCESTER MASS.," and a two-gallon jug with simple leaf design marked "L. NORTON & SON," ht. to 17 1/4 in.
Estimate $300-500

Two gallon jug has a tight hairline crack from the mouth extending into the body approx. 4 inches.


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