Stoneware Jug with Cobalt Tree decoration, 1-Gallon capacity, New York State origin, ca. Wheel-thrown, highly-cylindrical form with eased shoulder, tooled spout and oversized applied handle. Impressed on the upper shoulder: N. WHITE & SON / UTICA, N. See Internet for further information.
Front features a large Pine or Christmas Tree decoration, artistically executed in the boldest of blue cobalt; thick bead of continuous slip. A fine example of this signature Whites design. Coincidentally, this Jug can also be used as a primitive Stock Market indicator, when turned in the horizontal (aka pouring) position. Condition : Rim with two very minor flakes, as shown; otherwise Excellent to Nearly Mint with attractive form and very strong color. No cracks, repaired damage or restoration work.
Inherent glaze, surface and firing imperfections noted for complete descriptive accuracy. See photos for complete details and close-ups. Please consider them as part of the description. 1-Gallon capacity; measures approximately 10-1/4H x 6-3/4W overall. Good Luck, thanks for watching, and be sure to bookmark my Auctions, listed and ending daily. The item "NR Antique Stoneware A+ 1G NY Jug with Cobalt, NA White & Son, Utica, c. 1875" is in sale since Thursday, March 5, 2020. This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\China & Dinnerware\Stoneware".The seller is "mgs1971" and is located in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped to United States.