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American & Southern | May 30, 2025

Fri, May 30, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1281

Two Pieces of J.D. Craven North Carolina Stoneware

Estimate: $100 - $200
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(Randolph and Moore Counties, North Carolina, b.1827 d.1895) salt glaze jug, rounded shoulder stamped "J.D.CRAVEN", applied looping strap handle, collared spout, 11-1/2 in.; small salt glaze jar form, stamped "J.D.CRAVEN" with coggle wheel "2" under one of two lug handles, thick down turned rim, 11-1/4 in.

Provenance: From the collection of the Ackland Art Museum, Gift of Charles Millard, sold to benefit acquisition funds

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From the collection of the Ackland Art Museum, Gift of Charles Millard, sold to benefit acquisition funds

glaze voids and anomalies as made, surface wear and abrasions, clay body frits, jug in good condition, jar with 8 in. hairline down from rim on one side, 4 in. hairline down from rim on the other side, 1 in. and 1-1/2 in. loss to edges of handles, another small chip, rim wear, kiln debris on base 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.