Antique Country Primitive Redware Pottery Pitcher | 19th Century, Ovoid, Bulbous, Mottled

Here's a very old, piece of antique redware pottery that's remarkably well-preserved. Dating back to the 19th century, This lead-glazed pitcher is an incredible example of what was once common kitchen utility ware. Somehow this rare item survived the passage of at least 150 years without significant damage. That's quite a feat considering pitchers and pots like these saw heavy usage and were frequently damaged if not destroyed. Most surviving examples of this type of pottery are cracked, have handles broken or have chunks missing. This beautiful bulbous pitcher is rare because of the excellent condition it is in....when was the last time you saw one? This one has fabulous green and mustard lead glaze with mottling inside and out. The entire interior is coated in glaze but the exterior glaze stops short of the bottom and the underside is unglazed as well. Its applied handle is not damaged. The spout, the rim of the opening and the bottom edge show some wear and there are a couple small chips. There are some scratches in the glaze as well. Such damage is common in 19th Century redware and actually helps to authenticate it. This item was found in the basement of an old house and as the photos show, it is still dusty and even has a grungy patina on the bottom from generations of sitting on the floor. It's solid, sturdy and not deteriorating at all. Thick-walled and heavier than it looks, this is a substantial piece of pottery ready for display!