GRIFFEN*SMITH*HILL~ Etruscan Majolica Earthenware 8.25" BOWL (Shell & Seaweed)

Description: GRIFFEN*SMITH*HILL ~ Beautiful "Etruscan Majolica" Quality Earthenware 8.25" BOWL (Shell & Seaweed) ~ USA Description of item... Here we have a beautiful antique earthenware BOWL (#M 5) made by Griffen-Smith-Hill from Phoenixville, PA in the "Shell & Seaweed" pattern displaying a surround of scallop shells and seaweed designs in colors of pale pink, light green and browns, interior is pink. The bottom is embossed, "*ETRUSCAN*MAJOLICA ~ G S H (initials intertwined) ~ M 5 ~ 86)." [NOTE: Paid decorator's put their mark on an unglazed area (on the exterior bottom) with either a stamp or a 2-digit number...on this piece "86" or "98"...seen on photo #8,9.] It measures approx. 8-1/4" in top diameter x 5" in base diameter x 3-1/4" side high, can hold up to 56 ounces/7 cups...to the brim. It is in good maintained (used/displayed) condition, commensurate with its age, with no cracks and is being offered in "as found" condition currently showing (2) minor glaze nicks on the bowl's top rim (see photos #4,5,6)...all flaws are minor, not obviously noticeable without close examination, nor offensive, and to be expected with age and use. (Also, black marks on the circular bottom are remnants or pieces of earthquake putty.)Came from a private home collection of many years, however the exact age is unknown, pattern discontinued, G-S-H logo indicates production run from 1879-1889. This item weighs approx. 1-3/4 lbs., add 2-1/4 lbs. or so for the packing box and packing material. I combine shipping when safe and practical for all items purchased. [NOTE: I currently have other matching G-S-H Etruscan Majolica items on auction.] Payment and shipping... NOTE: I will be revising, adding and/or changing my SHIPPING INFORMATION as eBay and the Post Office revise or change their information to better serve you. I will use USPS FLAT RATE boxes when I find it cheaper to use than regular USPS Priority Mail boxes or other generic boxes. INTERNATIONAL WINNERS - Please wait for the Invoice to be sent to you by me, and I will use USPS International Rates (AIR only, no more SURFACE shipping by USPS - discontinued.) I will be using UPS for shipping heavier items (usually over 5 lbs., cheaper than USPS rates - or larger boxes over 12" long/36" in total circumference - to US only.) My short and simple auction "philosophy"... To ALL: THANK YOU for looking, and if time permits, check out my other auctions for more interesting, unusual and unique items. I will pack the item to withstand just about anything it might encounter on its way to you, ship quickly and am always glad to combine items for you. If you have any questions, just ask.

Price: 125 USD

Location: Lomita, California

End Time: 2024-11-24T22:06:53.000Z

Shipping Cost: 1.25 USD