Collection of Elbert H. Parsons, Jr., Huntsville, Alabama | June 23, 2026
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 172
Extremely Rare Decorated Alabama Attributed Stoneware Wall Pocket
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
Sold for
$7,000
Sold Price excludes BP
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possibly Randolph County, Alabama, circa 1850, olive green alkaline glaze, applied molded sprig decoration to front of form, incised band to top of pocket, impressed and tooled upper ruffle edge at rim of pocket, upper back plate with hole, drainage holes in interior base, fitted copper hanging mechanism, 10-1/2 in.
Provenance: John Bivins Associates, 2011 (accompanied by copy of invoice for $7500); From the Collection of Elbert H. Parsons, Jr., Huntsville, Alabama
Note: This piece is accompanied by a report with photos from John Bivins Associates referencing pottery traditions in Southern alkaline glaze stoneware, other wall pocket forms, and a correlation between decorated John Lehman pieces from Rock Mills, Alabama and a salt glaze and Albany slip jar with very similar molded sprig decoration that was found and believed to be from that same area.
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John Bivins Associates, 2011 (accompanied by copy of invoice for $7500); From the Collection of Elbert H. Parsons, Jr., Huntsville, Alabama
glaze voids and anomalies as made, firing cracks to both upper and lower sides as made, largest 2-1/2 in., six chips to points of ruffle edge design at rim of pocket, small chip to lower band at front, good condition overall Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
