J & E Norton Stoneware Jug w/Peacock Decoration c. 1850-59

Exceptional and very rare three gallon stoneware jug stamped “J. & E. NORTON BENNINGTON VT VIII”. The front is decorated with a large cobalt blue peacock with polka dot tail, perched on a branch of a stump.

The book “The Birds of Bennington” by Steven B. Leder and Fred Cesana describes this piece. On p. 84 they say that the form is "rare" with only 4-9 pieces known to exist.

The Norton factory of Bennington, Vermont featured a peacock on a stump or reclining deer designs. (Stoneware and Blue & White Pottery by Kyle Husfloen) This is one such piece from the artist at Norton known for his peacock decorations.

Excellent condition. The firing process resulted in a clean, nearly white surface with minimal bake stain and no fry, pops or cracks. 

Acquired from the collection of Mark Laracy.

Dimensions: 16.5" high

Whites Utica 2 Gallon Stoneware Jug

This jug, from around 1860, bears a striking similarity to jugs from the J & E Norton pottery of 1850-1859. The resemblance is in the artwork. This decoration of a pheasant perched on a stump is very similar to the pheasant and peacock on stumps from Bennington. It could be that an artist who appears as an employee on both companies' rosters--Jacob Mertz--was the artist.

Whites Utica 1 Gallon Stoneware Jug

This jug is from the Whites pottery of Utica, New York. Noah White and his sons produced a large amount of stoneware, making the Mohawk River valley one of the leading producers of 19th century stoneware. Decorated with a parrot, this jug is in good condition.

John Burger Jug

Made by John Burger at his pottery in Rochester, New York, circa 1860.

John Burger is admired for making some of the most detailed and masterfully decorated pieces of American stoneware. Among the thriving potteries of Rochester, New York in the 19^th century, Burger employed some of the most skilled artists who decorated the wares prior to firing. Examples stamped with the Burger mark remain highly desirable among collectors today.

Redware Charger--Early 19th Century

This charger features an exceptional nine figures of yellow slip decoration. Encircled by a coggled rim. Acquired from a collection in Ephrata, PA.

Chester County, PA

Dimensions: 13.5" dia.

Redware Plate w/ 4-line Slip Decoration

Early 19th c. redware plate with five-line yellow slip decorated design. A coggled rim encompasses the edge.

This plate was part of a large redware collection from a Connecticut estate.

Dimensions: 11" diameter

Antique Redware Jar w/ Lid

Early 19th century redware jar with near-perfect lid. An incised line encircles the shoulder. Manganese slip-decorated, this jar has survived the years in splendid condition.

Dimensions: 10" x 6".

Antique Redware Flask

19th century redware flask with manganese decorated design.  Impeccable condition with no cracks, chips or scratches.

Dimensions: 8" high.