Robinson Ransbottom Blue Crown 4 Gallon Salt Glaze Stoneware Crock Pot 14"

Description

Antique Robinson Ransbottom stoneware crock. White salt glazed exterior; dark brown interior. Stamped on side with blue crown mark - 4 gallon capacity. Impressed USA and blue stamp "RRP Co Roseville, O USA" on base.

"In 1900, Frank Ransbottom and his brothers Ed, Johnnie, and Mort purchased the Oval Ware and Brick Company of Roseville, Ohio, and founded Ransbottom Brothers Pottery. By 1916 Ransbottom Pottery was the largest producer of stoneware jars in America. Around 1920, they merged with Robinson Clay Products Co. who created bricks and tiles. The name was changed to RRP Company (to reflect both initials).The combined company made art pottery, garden ware, and utilitarian household products. Some products were spongeware decorated. R.R.P. Co. introduced its Old Colony line in the mid-1930s, ceasing production in 1950. Rustic Ware was made from the mid-1930s through the 1960s. Pieces were decorated under the glaze. The products ranged from functional utilitarian pieces to pieces designed for decorative purposes. These lines were marketed under the Crown Pottery brand. The company was able to endure through the great depression and was in business until 2005." (Source: The 606 Market / Worthpoint)

Condition

Good Overall - Some stains/gentle wear; hairline crack near upper edge

Dimensions

12.25" x 13.5" (Diameter x Height)