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George Ohr (American, 1857-1918) Two Puzzle Mugs in Mirror Brown and Olive Glaze, Biloxi,

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George Ohr (American, 1857-1918) Two Puzzle Mugs in Mirror Brown and Olive Glaze, Biloxi,

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Description

George Ohr (American, 1857-1918) Two Puzzle Mugs in Mirror Brown and Olive Glaze, Biloxi, Mississippi, USA, circa 1898-1910

Glazed earthenware
Both signed to underside: "G E OHR"

(H: 3 3/4, W: 4 5/8, D: 3 1/2 in. (the taller mug); H: 3 5/8, W: 4 3/4, D: 3 1/4 in. (the shorter mug))

Qty: (2)

Provenance

Rago Auctions, Early 20th C., Lambertville, New Jersey, February 25, 2015, Lot 72 (the taller mug)
James D. Julia, Important Lamps & Glass, Fairfield, Maine, June 22, 2010, Lot 1253 (the shorter mug)
Collection of Dr. Ellis F. Rubin and Suzanne Borow Rubin

Literature

Robert A. Ellison, George Ohr: Art Potter, Scala, London, 2006, pp. 154, 155 (related glazes illustrated)

The taller brown mug with cracks and hairline to rim and lower section of body, extending into base, the cracks with associated small losses; the taller mug with glaze flecks to handle and rubbing and wear to rim; the shorter olive mug excellent.

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George Ohr (American, 1857-1918) Two Puzzle Mugs in Mirror Brown and Olive Glaze, Biloxi,

Name: George Ohr (American, 1857-1918) Two Puzzle Mugs in Mirror Brown and Olive Glaze, Biloxi,
Brand: George Ohr
SKU: 151980556
Price: 1300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500

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Starting Price $750

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