Manufacturer

Thomas H. Commereau

Material

stoneware

Dimensions

13 1/2" H

Creation Date

1802 – 1819

Description

Stoneware jug: grey with impressed blue swags and tassels at swelling below incised bands. Thomas Commereau operated a pottery at Carlear's Hook, Manhattan, in 1802 and worked there until 1819. However, his appearance in the directories was sporadic after 1811.

Marks/Inscription

Marked: COMMERAWD STONEWARE

Provenance

Purchase, William C. Kennedy through Paul Weld, 9/15/65