Peter Hermann Cobalt-Decorated Butter Crock & Lid
Updated August 25, 2026
This auction ended on September 10, 2026.
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| Lot number | 640 |
| Estimate | 500.00 - 600.00 USD |
| Category | Pottery, China & Glass |
| Auction | Antiques, Americana, and Advertising Auction - Day 2 |
| Date | September 10, 2026 at 3:30 PM EDT |
| Auction house | John M. Hess Auction Service, Inc. |
| Location | Manheim, Pennsylvania |
Excellent example with matching freehand-decorated lid and wonderful blue/gray contrast. Traditional Peter Hermann floral decoration on both the lid and the crock. The potter took his finger and impressed in the clay "1" with a "1" over "2" under the ear for 1 1/2 gallons. Lid stamped on inside "1 1/2". 6 1/4"H x 11"D Several nicks on interior of lid rim. One shallow chip on exterior rim. Kiln furniture marks on top of rim.
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