Jug from Al Capone's Boat

Name/Title

Jug from Al Capone's Boat

Entry/Object ID

2021.41.14

Description

Barrel-shaped stoneware pitcher with white interior glaze and beige exterior glaze. Spout attachment adorned with pressed circles. Four horizontal bands adorn body of jug. Vulcan ear-shaped handle. No makers marks. Chips along inside edge of the mouth.

Context

According to the donor, Jim Schmiechen, the jug is from "Al Capone's Boat -- Saugatuck."

Cataloged By

Winthers, Sally

Acquisition

Accession

2021.41

Source or Donor

Schmiechen, James A.

Acquisition Method

Donation

Dimensions

Height

7-1/2 in

Width

8-1/2 in

Location

* Untyped Location

Sec 6E Shelf S4

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Capone, Al

Create Date

August 31, 2021

Update Date

August 17, 2024