Dryville, Pennsylvania, Rockland Township, Berks County
Dry Pottery was previously known as Melcher Pottery. Active 1804-1880
John Dry (1785-1870), who apprenticed to Melcher took over pottery in 1804 at age 19; he and his three sons produced pottery and farmed. Daniel (1811-1872), Nathaniel (1842-1864) and Lewis (1843-1932).
This fine redware plate with coggled edge, features a heavy wavy and straight line four quill slip decorated interior: wavy trails of green and brown slip centering straight band of brown and green slip stripes.
Item Date: 19th Century
Measurement: Diameter: 8"
Material: Redware, copper oxide and manganese slip
Item Condition: Mentioned for accuracy are trivial small rim chips that do not distract, otherwise excellent condition with virtually no wear to interior. Displays beautifully.
Price: $3,395
SKU 1124-7
For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.
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