Item 6054
 
Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this uncommon 2 Gallon Stoneware Jug with Bird made and stamped by "Frank B. Norton & Co., Worcester, Mass."
 
This is the mark of Frank Norton and Frederick Hancock who operated the pottery in Worcester using this stamp from 1858-1877 (William Ketchum, Jr., American Stoneware, pp. 52-53).
 
This beauty features the Pottery Stamp with Cobalt Wash, and Large and Bright Bird on a Branch Decoration.  Gorgeous cobalt.  Stands 13" tall.    
 
As you know, F. B. Norton rarely decorated his pottery with birds. 
 
Excellent Condition.  A flat 3/8" chip on the left side of the spout, and some light staining on the left side from use.   That's it!  No base chips, hairlines, cracks, or restoration.   
 
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