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Large Redware Butter Tub by John Bell
4/12/2014 - Americana: Live Salesroom Auction
Pennsylvania, 19th century. A redware butter tub featuring a mottled glaze at the base and rim, with down turned handles. With impressed J. Bell above one handle; ht. 7.25 in.

Provenance:  
From the Estate of Kenneth Erwin, Portland, Michigan

Condition:  
With two chips to base.
Sold: $780.00
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