Antique Salt Glazed Stoneware Two Gallon Jug, E. Farrington, Elmira, New York, Circa 1860s

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Antique Salt Glazed Stoneware Two Gallon Jug, E. Farrington, Elmira, New York, Circa 1860s

A fine and authentically documented example … Read more Antique Salt Glazed Stoneware Two Gallon Jug, E. Farrington, Elmira, New York, Circa 1860s

A fine and authentically documented example of mid-19th century upstate New York salt glazed stoneware, this substantial two gallon jug bears the clearly stamped mark of E. Farrington of Elmira, New York — a documented regional potter whose stamped pieces are actively collected by enthusiasts of American stoneware and New York State pottery. The clearly legible stamp — E. Farrington, Elmira, NY, with the numeral 2 indicating its two gallon capacity — transforms this from a fine anonymous jug into a piece of documented regional ceramic history, and is the detail that serious stoneware collectors will immediately respond to.
The jug displays a particularly handsome and characterful salt glaze — the classic orange peel texture produced by the dramatic interaction of salt thrown into the kiln at peak temperature, its pitted, dimpled surface catching and reflecting light with a warm, organic vitality that no other ceramic surface technique can replicate. The generous two gallon form is well thrown and confidently proportioned, with the substantial scale and visual weight that makes large American stoneware jugs such commanding and satisfying decorative objects.
The two small chips near the opening and a crow's foot hairline near the base are honestly noted condition considerations entirely consistent with the working life of a heavy use farm and kitchen jug of this age — honest battle scars that speak to a long and well-used life of domestic service in upstate New York.
A solid, authentic, and well-documented piece of American regional stoneware that will make a strong addition to any collection of New York State pottery or American country antiques.
Dimensions: 8.5" diameter × 13.5"H
Capacity: Two gallons
Maker: E. Farrington, Elmira, New York
Type: Salt glazed stoneware jug with orange peel glaze texture
Condition: Two small chips near opening; crow's foot hairline near base; consistent with age and use See less