Early 19th Century Antique Pottery Pitcher

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Posted by rwood1
16 years ago
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Description It is black and has been glazed inside and on the top rim. It feels like a very rough clay. There are no cracks, chips. I recently sent photos and information to a New York Museum. I was told it is Earthenware and by it's form, dates back to middle/late 1800's.
Category Pottery
Medium clay
Distinguishing marks ELWELL on the bottom
Condition Mint
Size and dimensions of this item 6 inches tall and 4 1/2 inches wide
Date Period Early 19th Century
Weight 2 to 3 lbs
History dug up in backyard in 1965 in New York near Fort Montgomery
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rwood1 🌱 Newbie 16 years ago

I'm not sure how this works, does anyone know how I can get an appraisal on this? Does anyone know anything about pottery from that time frame? I would be willing to sell if price is right.

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