Jar
Probably Delaware or environs
1860-1910
Measurements
14-3/4 in x 10-1/2 in (dia)
Materials
Salt-glazed stoneware
Credit Line
Historic Odessa Foundation
Accession Number
1972.410
Provenance
The Jar was purchased from Ethelwyn Janvier Maloney of Townsend, Delaware, and was called a peach jar on the bill of sale. The invoice also noted that It was used for pickling peaches in the early 20th century.
Comments
The cylindrical jar has rounded shoulders and a rim that flares outward above the neck. This shape allows the user to cover the top securely, perhaps after fitting a round would cap inside the mouth of the jar. The inside of the jar is coated with a dark brown glaze.
Given the functional, rather than decorative, qualities of this jar coupled with its modest level of workmanship, it probably did not travel far from its place of origin to the farm in Townsend, Delaware, where it was used in the early 20th century.
