Lot 665:
A Collection of Antique Clay Marbles in a Graduated Glass Jar
Description
This lot features a collection of antique clay marbles housed within a clear glass storage jar. The marbles are fashioned from fired earthenware, displaying a range of natural earth tones including tan, ochre, brown, and charcoal gray. Several specimens retain traces of original pigments, notably in shades of cobalt blue and reddish-orange. The collection includes various sizes, illustrating the handmade nature of early 19th and early 20th-century folk toys. The glass jar is molded with a series of volume graduations. Embossed text on the side of the glass reads CUPS, 1 1/2, 1, 1/2, 8, and 4. The vessel is secured with a metallic screw-on lid featuring a knurled edge.Jar height: 5 1/4 inchesMarble diameter: 1/2 inch to 7/8 inch.
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