Help With Older Face Jug Makers Mark

[Joeyd]

This appears to be an older face jug with the only identification mark is an "L" under the left ear. Any leads would be very much appreciated....thanks.

 

[SD51]

I had no luck finding a jug like yours. I'd suggest you contact these folks and see if they can identify it. Good Luck!

https://www.crockerfarm.com/stonewa...BROWN-BROS-ARDEN-NC-Stoneware-Face-Jug-c1925/

 

[SusanMN]

I also checked my Encyclopedia of Pottery and Porcelain marks which is very complete and didn’t find this mark. It is possibly a contemporary piece that is made in the style of early face jugs or from a small local maker.

 

[ArfieBoy]

Kind of looks to me like a college art student project. Got a local college or art studio nearby the gives lessons? If so check with them.

 

[villagenut]

I have seen them ugly face jugs appraise for lots of money on the roadshow if they were original ones. Perhaps worth looking in to.

 

[Joeyd]

Thanks for all the replies....I found out it's a early 40's face jug by Brown Pottery of Arden, NC.

 

[Mackaydon]

Some history can be found here: https://www.citizen-times.com/story...n-browns-pottery-arden-transition/3213663002/
Don......

 

[Joeyd]

Thanks or the link.

 

[islamoradamark]

I know somebody that looks like that

 

[Joeyd]

Hope it's not kinfolk!

 

[islamoradamark]

me too