Contributed by Kings Landing Historical Settlement
Description
This late 19th century ceramic jug made by the Bangor Stoneware Company was most likely used to hold liquids such as molasses, vinegar, or whiskey.
The Bangor Stoneware Company operated in Bangor, Maine, between 1880 and 1917. In The City of Bangor, The Industries, Resources, Attractions and Business Life of Bangor and Its Environs (1899) the Bangor Stoneware Co. advertisement stated "Manufacturers of Stone and Fancy Pressed Ware of every description, and dealers in Earthen, Rockingham, Yellow & White Ware, Patten Street, Bangor."
The Bangor Stoneware Company was founded by Andrew Persson, a native of Sweden who learned the potter's trade in that country. After coming to America in 1868 he became part owner in the Gardiner Stoneware Co. but in 1880, he moved to Bangor and built a large pottery plant where he was principle owner and sole proprietor until his death in 1913. (The Pottery, Glass & Brass Salesman, July 24, 1913).
About This Item
- Title: Bangor Stoneware Company jug, ca. 1890
- Creator: Bangor Stoneware Company
- Creation Date: circa 1890
- Subject Date: circa 1890
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Locations:
- Bangor, Penobscot County, ME
- Grand Falls, Victoria County, NB, Canada
- Media: Stoneware
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Kings Landing Historical Settlement20 Kings Landing Service Road, Kings Landing, NB E6K 3W3
(506) 363-4970
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