Item 10345
 
Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this early desirable 1 Gallon Ovoid Jug made and stamped by "I. M. Mead, Mogadore, Ohio."
 
This is the mark of Ira Mead, one of Ohio's earliest potters who worked in Portage County, Ohio in the 1830's to the 1850's (See F. Robert Treichler, A History of Northeast Ohio Stoneware, pp. 27-29).
 
Made around 1840, this beauty has an Early Ovoid Form, and Pottery Stamp with Cobalt Wash.  Stands 11 1/4" tall. 
 
Excellent Condition.  A 1/4" chip at the base and some staining from use.  That's it!  No spout chips, hairlines, cracks, or restoration.  The spout leans slightly right in the making. 
 
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