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THBExtremely Rare Collin Rhodes Attributed 3 Gallon Edgefield SC Merchants Jar
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Asheville, NC 28802
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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LiveNov 14, 2025
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- Lot Description
attributed to the Collin Rhodes Factory, Shaw's Creek, Edgefield District, South Carolina, circa 1850, olive green to brown alkaline glaze, blackish speckled glaze runs to rear mid body of jug, large ovoid form, applied kaolin slip "3" encircled by a small applied kaolin "sunflower" decoration, "M.L. Brown & Co. Columbia S.C." applied kaolin script across front body of jug, applied kaolin underline accents under the "S.C." on lower body of jug, thick arched strap handle at shoulder, spout with tightly tooled neck and rim, 15 in. tall, 36 in. circumference
Provenance: A Private Charleston, South Carolina Collection
Note: There are a few of these Collin Rhodes attributed South Carolina merchant jars have come to market in recent years, they are decorated with the kaolin slip inscription "J.A. Hendrix & Co. Lexington CH, S.C.", a jug with the same kaolin inscription resides in the collection of the Charleston Museum, other examples of these works have traded hands privately with different merchant inscriptions, the jug we are offering here is the only piece known at the time of cataloging to have the "M.L. Brown & Co., Columbia, S.C." inscription.
- Provenance
A Private Charleston, South Carolina Collection
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- Condition
glaze voids and anomalies as made, surface wear around belly of jar consistent with age and use, minor clay and glaze frits around the body consistent with age and use, miniscule clay blowout on rim, 1 in. and 1-1/4 in. impressed areas on base edge likely as made, other minor wear and tiny base edge chips, overall very good condition for an extremely rare jug Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
