James Benjamin 2 Gallon Stoneware Pitcher

Circa 1880-1895: James Benjamin was a successful Cincinnati stoneware merchant in the final quarter of the 19th century, and he contracted stoneware from Ohio stoneware potteries to sell at his Wholesale Stoneware Depot at No. 14 Water Street, close to the Ohio River in the state's Queen City. Smaller jars and straight-sided crocks with Benjamin's stencil on them are fairly plentiful; however, Benjamin pitchers are scarce commodities, and his two gallon pitchers are downright rare. This large 12.75" tall two gallon pitcher is in superb as made condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs, and only typical factory firing anomalies, including a minor kiln kiss on the back. This is a great piece of 19th century Ohio stoneware in a hard to find form and size from one of state's most famous merchants.