Large redware mixing bowl, with dark red-brown glaze inside. Spout formed at lip. Two applied handles at sides. Glaze splashed and dripped onto other areas of bowl, including sides, handles, and underside of lip.
Large areas of glaze loss, as well as multiple small losses. Scratches and pinpricks in surface. The edge is worn. Some chunks of bottom edge are missing.
Object ID
G.80.123.6
Place of Origin
Southeastern Pennsylvania
Credit
Heritage Center Collection, gift of Mrs. Paul A. Mueller
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