Marked Crolius Stoneware Fragment

Marked Crolius Stoneware Fragment, New York, New York, c. 1800, from the shoulder of a jug impressed "-ROLIUS/--NUFACTURER/--NHATTAN, WELLS/NEW-YORK," over an incised fish, ht. 3 1/2, wd. 8 in. Provenance: Recovered from an excavation in lower Manhattan; Collection of Joel and Betty Schatzberg. Note: This piece is significant as it links the often seen incised fish motif on New York-attributed pottery directly with Crolius. Estimate $300-500 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.