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Important Cold-Painted Redware Sculpture of Independence Hall, probably Philadelphia, PA


Lot #: 13




Important and Possibly Unique Cold-Painted Sculpture of Independence Hall, probably Philadelphia, PA origin, 19th century, slab-constructed sculpture of Philadelphia's Independence Hall and openwork windows and doorway, the clock tower with three incised clock faces and cupola above. Surface dipped in white slip and covered in a whitish cold paint. Soot on the interior indicates this work was used as, and possibly even made as, a candle house, whose windows and doorway would be illuminated when a candle was set inside. This object is the first example of American redware that we have seen depicting a building of historical significance. Provenance: Purchased at a Berks County, PA auction several years ago. Chimney reglued on one end. Otherwise excellent condition. H 10 3/4" ; L 7 1/8". Rare and Important Alamance County, NC Redware Sugar Jar, c1790-1820 Exceptional Redware Pocket Flask with Three-Color Slip-Decorated Floral Designs Important Pennsylvania Redware Heart-Shaped Inkstand Rare and Important Alamance County, North Carolina Redware Dish, c1800-35 PREV: 12. Very Fine Small Redware Plate with Two-Colored Slip Flower Decoration NEXT: 14. Rare Redware "Brandy" Keg Inscribed "E. Sheets / Philadelphia / 1853"