Question:
This is a very unusual pottery piece. It is 11" tall, and I am trying to find out anything I can about it. The spout area of the Pitcher looks like it was hand-done when made, and the unique stablizing handle at the bottom.
If you know anything about this item,
Origin
Age
Possible uses
Value
whatever you would like to share
It would be very helpful!.
Thanks.
Bob
Answer:
Here is an additional picture, one of the bottom of the Pottery Pitcher.
Hope this helps to identify this or get additional information.
Bob
Answer:
Looks like stoneware to me. Check out the links below.
http://www.antiques-stoneware.com/Auction/sept1.html
http://www.fortunecity.com/victorian.../1147/id32.htm
Answer:
I looked at the links, and I tend to agree that it appears to be stoneware.
Does anyone know what the function on this piece was?
Someone told it was for Pancake batter, but it is 11" tall??
Having the handle at the bottom of the piece for steadying it makes it interesting. I can't find anything similar..
Bob
Answer:
Think large families Bob. Eleven inches isn't really that tall considering the large American families during the time-frame.
That handle or base tilt bar better accommodates managing the pitcher when filled because they are very heavy.
The spouts in the batter pitchers that I've seen were round shaped like in a tea pot, but I suppose it could be open like yours seems to be.
Also, it could be used as a water pitcher.
Answer:
What era is this from?
Any estimate on the possible value of this piece?
Thanks.
Bob
Answer:
Bob, that piece is definitely unusual! It's salt glazed stoneware. That spout has me puzzled. Look at it closely and tell me if you think it has been a later addition. The rest of the piece is so nicely done and symmetrical and that spout looks hand made and somewhat sloppily done.
And you might track down doc's crocks on ebay. He is excellent with stoneware and I've emailed him a couple times on items I had. He was very willing to help.
Jo
Answer:
I forgot to mention that it is likely a batter jug and I would put it around 1900 or maybe a little before.
Answer:
I am not sure if the spout was added later or not, you can definitely see where it was added to the pitcher, pictures attached. There is also one hairline crack you can see in the pictures. Still a very nice piece.
Any idea of value? even a ballpark?
I am going to be selling it soon.
Bob
Answer:
Well, I went ahead and listed this item on eBay.
We'll see what the market has to say about this unique item.
Thanks for everyone's comments and thoughts. It was much appreciated.
Salt Glazed Stone Ware Pancake Batter Jug Pitcher
Bob