A Large Early-19th Century Red Earthenware Jar that was Consigned to Skinner in Boston

This nineteenth century red earthenware jar was consigned to Skinner in Boston for the auction firm's November 4, 2017 sale. Unfortunately, the jar had suffered quite a bit of damage and repair, which probably accounted for the fact that this jar was ultimately passed. However, I feel it is worth a discussion today since this type of jar has been attributed to both northern New England and southern New England. Whereas, I have also seen this type of jar previously attributed to the potter's industry in southeastern Massachusetts. But I do not think it is related to that industry.

Personally, I cannot say that I have studied this type of object in great detail, but Massachusetts author, Lura Woodside Watkins did attribute a somewhat similar jar to the Nathaniel Seymour Pottery in West Hartford, Connecticut, circa 1795-1815; although, similar jars have also been attributed to the potteries in Vermont, as well.

Watkins attribution may have been based on information provided to her by Nina Fletcher Little, who owned the jar, where it still resides in Little's Collection at Cogswell's Grant today in Essex, Massachusetts, which is now owned by Historic New England.

But while there are differences, this jar also reminds me of some objects manufactured in Vermont, such as a signed jar that was acquired by the Vermont Historical Society in 1957 from Harold G. Rugg, a Vermont scholar and world traveler.

Note: Here is a link to this object's listing on Skinner's website.

Early-19th Century Red Earthenware Jar

19th Century Red Earthenware Jar Attributed to New England

Stands 13 1/2" Tall

Consigned to Skinner in Boston for November 4, 2017 Sale

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Another View of the Jar

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Another View of the Jar

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View of One of the Two Handles

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