Emporium Auction
Thu, Jul 14, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 142
Rare Decorated Thomas Ritchie Storage Jar
Estimate: $300 - $600
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(Lincoln County, North Carolina, 1825-1909) runny mottled light olive green alkaline glaze, stamped "TR" and inscribed "5" on one of two lug handles, tightly turned rounded rim, incised banded wavy line decoration at shoulder of jar, incised banded line decoration around shoulder of jar touching edges of handles, incised banded wavy line decoration between handles, 15 3/4 in.
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
Condition
glaze voids and anomalies as made, two 3/4 in. rim chips to opposing side of jar, minor surface abrasions and residue, wear at base edge, otherwise good condition
Purchased items will be available for pick up or shipping from our Asheville, North Carolina auction facility within ten business days of the auction will be assessed a storage fee of $5.00 per day, per item. Purchaser agrees that packing and shipping is done at the purchaser's risk and that the purchaser will pay in advance all packing expenses, materials, carrier fees and insurance charges. At our discretion, items will either be packed by an agent such as a packaging store or Brunk Auctions. Please allow two weeks for shipping after payment is received. Shipment of large items is the responsibility of the purchaser. We are happy to provide names of carriers and shippers if a purchaser so requests. Brunk Auctions will have no liability for any loss or damage to shipped items.
