David Pool Antiques

A great, large, relief molded serving pitcher in a blue and white flowing spongeware decoration and glaze. There are two 1/8" glaze flakes at the tip of the spout, and wear on the outermost ridge of each side, which is barely noticeable. Otherwise, this outstanding piece is in excellent condition. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. Mid 19th Century

8 1/2" Height, 9 3/8" Width spout to handle, 6" Width at bottom

A wonderful, early hand decorated spongeware spittoon with three stripes and a flared top. There is some bottom edge wear, but otherwise there are no cracks or repairs to this excellent piece. The color is clear and strong. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C.1860

5 5/8" Height, 7 5/8" Diameter

This is a rare, hand decorated spongeware soap dish. It is in remarkable condition considering its utilitarian use and age. There are some minor kiln flaws which are original in the making. There are three very tiny glaze chips at the bottom base edge and one flat chip on the bottom of the base that is not noticeable from the outside. A great piece and an asset to any collection. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. 1870

4 3/4" Length, 3 3/8" Depth, 7/8" Height

This is a very rare blue and white spongeware pen holder. There are a few tiny chips or abrasions to the glaze on the top edges from years of use. They actually do not detract from this remarkable utilitarian survival piece. There are some tiny specks on the lower areas which are kiln flaws, original in the making. A great piece! Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. Second half of the 19th century

4 1/2" Length, 2" Depth, 1" Height

A rare blue and white spongeware decorated mush cup and saucer. There is some crazing to the glaze, but no chips, hairlines or damage. In excellent condition. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. Mid 19th Century

3 5/8" Height of cup, 5 1/8" Diameter of cup, 8 1/4" Diameter of saucer

A great spongeware pepper pot with hand painted blue and brown decoration. No chips, hairlines or damage. In excellent condition. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. Early 1900's,  American

3 1/4" Height

A nice barrel shaped spongeware pitcher in dark blue and white color. There is a 4 1/4" vertical hairline on the inside. It can not be felt with a fingernail but it does seem that it goes through to the outside. You need a magnifying glass to see it on the outside. There are two other hairlines on the inside. There is a 1/8" chip on the spout. There are a few "in the making" pits and pops that are usual with this kind of pottery. There are four embossed rings at the top. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. Late 19th Century,  American

8 1/2" Height, 7 1/2" Width to the outside of the handle

A beautiful cut-sponge bowl in "basic bullseye pattern". There are two areas of roughness on the rim edge which seem to be glaze skips. The rim has a couple of flea bites. It appears that there are three kiln stilt marks on both the bottom and the front. Those on the front should have been removed during manufacture. It is impressed, "Adams Tunstall". Colors are bright and sharp. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. 1860's,  Tunstall, England

8 1/2" Diameter

A tall blue and white hand decorated spongeware pitcher. Nice clear pattern in a medium blue. There are some hairline cracks and three shallow chips on the interior bottom base from use, but they do not go through. There is one 1/4" chip on the base rim and some tiny glaze flakes. Some of the glaze was skipped about 1/4" at the base. Otherwise, a nice form in great shape. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. Second half of the 19th century,  American

8 3/4" Height

A very nice short  blue and white sponge decorated pitcher. The beautiful blue graduates in color from darker on the top to lighter towards the bottom. There is a raised line detail on the front of the pitcher. There is a 1/8" and a 3/8" chip on the interior top rim, a 1/2" chip on the bottom base, minor kiln flaws on the body and a very slight hairline in the interior approximately 2" length. There is some skipped glazing at the base. Overall, a beautiful pitcher in a great form. Additional photos are attached by the magnifying glass icon.

C. Second half of the 19th century,  American

6 5/8" Height