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Unglazed redware pot with applied handle has whispers of black manganese decoration sprinkled throughout and is glazed inside for the purpose of holding liquids.
**Please note: Stir stick not included.
Redware pieces, denoting this example usually had an unglazed exterior and were used in hearth cooking. To confirm this please see image 10 that shows the blackened bottom which has been exposed to fires in the hearth over time. This type of utilitarian redware was used for many years starting from 1750 to 1840 because it was readily available, inexpensive, practical and served the cook well. This piece was found in Philadelphia and quite possibly could have Pennsylvania roots as many redware clay deposits are located there. Pot is quite heavy measuring in at almost 4 pounds!
Of course, a piece this old has expected wear showing a couple chips located on the back, as referenced in image 7, on the outside rim. There is also an indication of surface wear shown on the exterior body as referenced in this same image. This piece is free of cracks which is an outstanding feature! The inside has an array of random glaze loss in the form of tiny circles with appropriate scratches as well, (see images 4 & 9). A larger inside chip is referenced in image 8. Pot is still strong as the durability factor seemed to hold up quite well after all of these years!
This utilitarian pot lending a warm and earthy appearance is steeped in history which is appropriately “fitting” to any hearth! Enjoy!
Redware Pot stands 7 ½” tall, measures 7 ½” across the top (right to left) and measures 5 ½” across the bottom. The applied, protruding handle measures 2” across (right to left) and measures 4 ½” tall.
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