  |
|
|
|
Fifteen Gallon Crock Bail Petal Lid in Zinc Glaze
This is a lid for a fifteen gallon crock. It has the molded bail and petal design and the "whiteware" (zinc oxide) glaze which date it to the early 1900's by the Red Wing Union Stoneware Company. One of the molded petals has the number "15" molded into it and the wire bail handle is original. The lid also has a few of the manufacturing effects like clay separations and clay bubbles that are so much in demand because they give character to the piece. This lid also has a little browning of the normally white glaze on the top, an effect called "kiln burn" that is highly desirable. This lid is in good condition with no cracks or visible chips. There are a number of repairs along the edge of this lid. The repairs were performed very well, they are visible, but nicely done. The lid has a few very tight hairlines on the top and bottom. On the bottom of the lid, where they cannot be seen while the lid is on display, are a couple of flakes. Designed to fit on top of a crock, the lid has a flange on the bottom that fits inside the crock lip so that the lid does not easily tumble.
The stoneware companies of Red Wing, Minnesota produced stoneware items shortly after their inception in 1877 until the mid-1940's. The shapes of these items ranged widely. However, one overriding attribute describes them all: they were designed to be used. In fulfilling the needs of a developing America, the stoneware companies were hugely successful and their wares were very popular. The popularity of their wares has only increased over time making collecting Red Wing a growing field and exciting hobby!
Parts
Photo Album
|
 |
|
