Item 9621
 
Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this Fantastic 2 Gallon Stoneware Jug made and stamped by "J. & E. Norton, Bennington, VT."
 
This is the mark of Julius Norton and his cousin, Edward Norton, who worked together in the family pottery from 1850-1859 (William Ketchum, Jr., American Stoneware, pp. 41-44).
 
This beauty sports the Pottery Stamp with Cobalt Wash, and a Sensational and Exuberant Bouquet of Flowers. Strong and shiny cobalt used by an expert artist.  Stands 13 1/2" tall. 
 
Very Good Condition.  Some light staining from use.  That's it! No chips, hairlines, cracks, or restoration.  A stone ping to the left of the decoration in the making. 
 
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