Donut or Ring Shaped Pitcher

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Posted by dbunyard

17 years ago

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Description

This is some kind of vessel that I purchased at a yard sale. They said it was from an art museum. They said it was a shower for sailors. It has a pitcher spout on top and a small rope it hang it up with. It will not stand up on its own.

It appears to made of of clay or possibly even porcelain. It is not that delicate. It is pretty strong.

Can you tell me what it is, what it is used for and what it might be worth?

Category Pottery

Medium Pottery

Distinguishing marks None

Condition Good

Size and dimensions of this item 13 inches tall, 11 inches wide. Spout is 3 inches wide

Date Period Don't know

Weight 3 and 3/4 pounds

History I got this at a yard sale and they told me it was a shower. They told me that they got it from an art museum.

eBay Auction Link

Price Paid (If known) $10 at a yard sale

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