Even the most ordinary-looking stoneware crock or jug sitting in a basement or attic could be hiding surprising value. The key is often found in the maker's mark - those small stamps, impressions, or ...

Stoneware crocks were made to store food or liquids for long or short periods of time. They were the Tupperware of the 19th century. Jugs found today originally had cork stoppers. Crocks were covered ...

A new book, distributed by RIT Press, explores 19th century utilitarian stoneware—including crocks, jugs and churns—and the unique folk art that was created on those canvases. Art for the People: ...

Dear Collector: What can you tell me about this old Red Wing jug? Located in Red Wing, Minn., this pottery was in operation from 1878 to 1969, but it’s the years after 1909 that saw them using the ...

7 inches tall x 8.25 inches 9.25 inches tall ...

Many collectors are addicted to Early American crocks decorated with particular-and sometimes peculiar-designs which took the form of flowers, birds, beasts, people, objects and insects. These motifs ...