North Carolina, Catawba Valley, stoneware pottery jug or saddle jug, ovoid form with two flattened sides, dark brown alakaline glaze, and one strap handle. Upper shoulder beneath spout with incised initials "D S" for Daniel Seagle (1805-1867) and a "1" denoting capacity. 11 1/2" H. Mid 19th Century. Provenance: Private Southern Collection. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)