Red Wing 1126 figural, Charles Murphy

Question:
Here’s another piece I can find no info on: Green Deer about 7.5in tall. The base say’s "Red Wing U.S.A. with the numbers 1126. The interior of the base (only the base) is hollow. Thanks! Tim

Answer: Hi Tim

this piece dates to 1942, it’s attributed to Charles Murphy. Value is around 50.00 or so. thanks, steve n rose

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6 gallon crock, eastern?

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I have a 6-gallon crock that does not look like a Red Wing, but I am not sure. The laze is darker than most red wings crocks I have seen. It has no markings on the bottom. It does have a dark-brown glazed interior. No significant chips or cracks. Any value?
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Pot with seashell shaped handles

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I have purchased a batter jug from an estate auction. I like the piece as it is unusual and something that I have not seen before. I am having a difficult time identifying whom the manufactuer of the pieces is however. The jug is an usual shape that was original molded in two pieces. I thought that it is possible that it could be an early minnesota stoneware piece and was wondering if you could provide me with any information as to whom the maker could have been. The piece has seashells where the bale handle ataches to the pot that i find to be unique and neat. Please provide any information that you may have about the piece and an appoximate value shoud you know one. Thanks for your assistance!!! Jason

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Village green pieces

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I have a large set of what I believe is from the Village Green line. Out of all the pieces I have, only the coffee pot is actually marked. I was wondering if there is anyway to tell for sure if it’s all Red Wing or not. And if you wouldn’t mind, what would a ballpark figure be for the value of it all? Thanks for any help you may be able to offer me.
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Red Wing USA M-1569, Charles Murphy

Question:
Can you give me more info and value on this large pair of light green vases? They stand 14in. tall are 6.25in in width. Markings are Red Wing USA M-1569. They were wedding gifts in the ’50′s to a couple I know. Thanks.Tim

Answer: HI Tim

these vases were part of the art pottery line of 1957, so your date is correct. Value is around 90.00 for the pair. thanks, steve n rose

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