Old West & Native American Auction
Lot 1386:
Description
This lot features a combination of industrial stoneware and a piece of refractory equipment. The classic, two-tone stoneware, shoulder jug features a buff-colored base and a deep, rich Albany Slip brown glaze on the shoulder and neck. Prominently stamped on the front, in blue, is the word “MERCURY”. The base is clearly stamped “U S A”. Accompanying the jug is a conical, coarse, refractory crucible made from high-temperature clay. This crucible shows signs of use. The stoneware jug is in excellent condition with bright glaze, clear stamping, and no chips or cracks. The crucible shows use and wear, along with pitting, and discoloration consistent with its function in a high-heat environment. Jug: H 5.75″, W 3.5″ Crucible: H 4”, W 3.5”.
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