Stoneware Jug

Name/Title

Stoneware Jug

Description

Cylindrical stoneware jug with pronounced conical top and heavy lip. Upper third is a dark brown slip glaze with bottom remaining a cream color. Has a loop handle

Made/Created

Artist

American, unknown

Manufacturer

E. Swasey & Co.

Date made

1890 - 1910

Time Period

late 19th or early 20th century

Place

Region

Northeast

Continent

North America

Notes

Made about 1900.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription

Location

On side of exterior

Transcription

"E. SWASEY & CO., / PORTLAND, ME. / U.S.A"

Notes

Labeling stencilled onto the exterior of the jug and fired with it.

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

21.5 cm

Diameter

13.5 cm

Material

Stone ware

Color

Brown, Beige, Blue

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good