Question:
I have located a bird bath. The owner of the store has it marked as RW. I do not have a picture to submit, but am interested in knowing what markings to look for and design options. She also had a flower pot (the kind that are placed in cemetaries) She also indicated this was RW, but I am thinking not. It has a USA on the bottom…do not believe RW ever did that? Maybe I am wrong. Any help you can give me would be great. Thanks. Carol

Answer: Hi Carol

most red wing birdbaths will have a rod running thru the bowl and pedistal, in the form of a branch. There are a couple that are a solid piece. Most will also be marked with an ink stamp, as well. There are several different shapes, which I really can’t describe very well. If you can find the Reiss books, there are pictures of several birdbaths there.

second, red wing did mark items USA, but not till around 1940. I think the brushed ware items, bird baths- cemetary urns weren’t produced that late, so I doubt it is a red wing item. hope this helps, thanks, steve n rose