Stetzenmeyer Decorated Stoneware Jar

Stetzenmeyer Decorated Stoneware Jar

Frederick Stetzenmeyer 4 gallon crock circa 1840, Rochester, NY.  Heavy, thick cobalt used to create Stetzenmeyer's signature classic 3 leaf flower design.  Stetzenmeyer was an early pioneer in successfully applying thick cobalt to stoneware.  On back side of crock is a kiln stack separation mark.  9 1/2" diameter at bottom, 15 1/2" tall.

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