It is our understanding that this impressed stoneware jug is the work of Fredrick Carpenter and that the piece was quite likely made during the War of 1812. As with many of his wares, this small jug (12 ¼"H) was decorated with ochre slip at the handle and the base edge before glazing. As shown, the Eagle and Cannon stamp is well detailed but partially double struck. There is no significant damage to the piece but accuracy dictates the mention of some scattered base edge flakes (as one would expect on a piece of this age), overall glaze discoloration (as is common to these Charlestown jugs) and several stack marks. With that said, the jug remains a significantly better than average example in excellent condition.

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