August Americana
Description:
Four Cobalt Decorated Stoneware Items, America, 19th century, a four gallon churn with a stencil eagle on the front; a two gallon jar with a cobalt leaf and stencil eagle decoration; a two gallon crock by F.B. Norton Sons with bird decoration; and a J. Norton & Co. jug with bird decoration, ht. to 16 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-500
The short crock has a small spall chip on one side; the lid on the churn is not original; otherwise no obvious chips, cracks, or evidence or repair.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
From the heart of New England, the American Furniture & Decorative Arts department regularly uncovers treasures with rich and enduring history and hosts auctions to world-wide renown.