Stoneware Jar

Name/Title

Stoneware Jar

Entry/Object ID

2014.004.3a-b

Description

Two gallon stoneware jar with two applied handles. Decorated in cobalt with an eight petalled flower on a stem and the number 2. Albany slip interior. Slight hairline crack on rim and large chip on exterior of rim. Circular lid with knop handle. Exterior covered with Albany slip.

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Made/Created

Artist

Burger, John

Manufacturer

John Burger

Date made

1839 - 1870

Place

City

Rochester

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Makers Mark

Location

Front

Transcription

John Burger / Rochester / 2

Material

Stoneware, Salt-glaze