Item 6972
 
Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this early 2 Gallon Stoneware Cream Pot made and stamped by "M. Woodruff, Cortland."
 
This is the work of Madison Woodruff who ran the pottery in Cortland, New York from 1849-1885 (William Ketchum, Jr., American Stoneware, p. 71).  
 
As the ovoid form and primitive decoration indicate, this is an early work for Woodruff., circa 1850-1860.  It sports the Pottery Stamp with Cobalt Wash and a Freehand Capacity Number and Brushed Cobalt Bush on the Front. Measures 10 1/2" tall and 9 1/2" wide across the top.    
 
Exceptional Condition.  As made.  No damage of any kind!  Remarkable!     
 
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