Monthly Archives: February 2011

6 gallon birch leaf crock

Question:
I found this crock in a home I moved into and cannot seem to find much information about it. Can you tell me more about it and what it’s value is? Thanks so much! Angelina
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Jelly Jug – emailed for photo

Question:
Hi, I just purchased a brown glazed "Jelly Jug" at an antique store. The seller had noted that it was a Red Wing, but I can find no markings on it. It is approximately 10" tall has a brown glaze with a slight metallic(?) look to it. It has a curved (sloped) top rather than a flat top on it, with about a 4 i/2" opening at the top. The ladies that sold it to me said that it was very old. I am just curious, do they all have markings on them? Thank you in advance for any info. Lori

Name: Lori Slavik

Email_Address: llslav@ymail.com


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Minnesota Stoneware jug

Question:
I have a Minnesota Stoneware jug – clearly marked on the bottom. It is 8 and 1/2 in high/5and 1/2 in in diameter. Has a pouring spout. Small chip on spout. Hairline crack in neck. I have three very clear pictures for ID and a possible evaluation. Please send e-mail and I will send pictures. Many Thanks!! Wally
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Stoneware “Milk Pan” bowl

Question:
I have a Redwing Stoneware Co. bowl that was my Grandmothers mothers, or so I am told. 10 1/2" outside diameter, 4 5/8" tall. Says ‘Redwing Stoneware Co’ on bottom. Any info would be great. Thanks! Terry

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8 gallon crock wtih eagle pattern

Question:
Hi! I recently picked up this nice crock for my husband as he collects and it intermingled the eagle pattern with my collection that is american them in antiques. We don’t know who made it though and I’ve searched and searched online with no luck. I don’t know if it is red wing or not but thought I’d ask for help…it would be nice if it so! It stands approx. 16" tall and a diameter of 14". It has a glaze that has normal crazing for an older crock. Here is an image and thank you so much for any help!-Jessica
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Bird decorate piece

Question:
I have this vase that I acquired from my grandmother and don’t know how to go about finding out where it came from. It is glazed and seems to be made out of something other than the traditional clay, more the density of some kind of concrete. It is 3-sided and has a different colored painted bird on each side. There is some kind of marking on the bottom, but can’t make them out. Jo Lynn

Answer: Hi Jo Lynn

I’m not sure what your vase is. It does look to be handmade. The american art pottery association has a website, perhaps they could help you. thanks, steve n rose

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