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Early 1900's Red Wing 8 Gallon Pottery Crock

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:125.00 USD Estimated At:450.00 - 900.00 USD
Early 1900's Red Wing 8 Gallon Pottery Crock
Featured in this lot is this six gallon red wing glazed crock originating from the early 20th century. Red Wing Union Stoneware, now Red Wing Pottery, refers to American stoneware, pottery, or dinnerware items made by a company that was initially set up in Red Wing, Minnesota in 1861 by German immigrant, John Paul. The name was changed several times until the company finally settled on Red Wing Potteries, Inc. in 1936. The pottery factory that started in 1861 continues to the present day under the names of Red Wing Pottery and Red Wing Stoneware. The crock is marked across the front, reading "6 Union Stoneware Co. Red Wing, Minn". The piece shows a glazed exterior with a lip and two carry handles on the sides. The condition of this crock is good with no obvious signs of damage and shows good overall condition. The measurements of this crock is 15 1/2" x 14" x 14 1/2".