Antique Stoneware: 2G NY Crock w/ Folk Art Cobalt Bird, Whites Utica, c.1875, NR For Sale

A decorated Stoneware Crock, 2-Gallon capacity, New York Stare origin, ca.1850-1880. There is a crisp, impressed stamp with (drippy cobalt wash) on the shoulder that reads: WHITES UTICA. See Internet for further information on this well-respected Upstate manufactory.

A well-potted, cylindrical form with tooled rim and applied lug handles. Front features a large Fantail Bird on a sprig in the boldest Slip-Trailed Cobalt. The decoration is well-executed with tremendous Folk Art appeal. Shiny, Salt-Glazed exterior; Albany Slip interior.

Condition: Shallow chips on the handles (1L/2R), as shown; otherwise Excellent. Two glazed-over stone pings on the backside noted for descriptive accuracy. No cracks, repaired damage or other excuses. A wonderful folky piece from this maker with zero fry; highly-appropriate for any collection of Antique Stoneware or Americana. The winning buyer will not be disappointed. See photos for complete details and close-ups). Please consider them as part of the description. Measures approximately 10\"W x 9-1/2\"H overall with a base diameter of 9\". The inner and outer rim diameters are 8-1/4\" and 9-1/2\", respectively; 8.8 lbs.

Offered without reserve. Ships fully insured to the highest buyer, anywhere in the lower 48. Domestic (US) buyers with Paypal only, please. No International shipping, no exceptions. Payment is expected within 3 days. Good Luck, thanks for looking, and be sure to bookmark my sales, listed and ending daily.