Vintage 1930s Ransburg Pottery Stoneware Crock Jar Hand-Painted Floral Ceramic V

This vintage 1930s Ransburg stoneware crock jar showcases a hand-painted floral motif against a black backdrop. The intricate flower designs reflect a bygone era of meticulous artistry, making it a unique addition to any antique farmhouse collection or home decor. The interior is glazed. Very light chipping to the floral paint and black exterior. Please examine photos well. Honestly, it's not bad. No lid. Made in Indianapolis, IN, USA. • Hand-painted floral design • Vintage ceramic material • Black base color with vibrant flowers • Timeless and unique artistic piece • Adds character and history to any space Minor paint chips on flowers, adding character. Height = about 9 inches, Diameter = about 8 inches. More About Ransburg Pottery: Ransburg Pottery was started by Harper J. Ransburg, the son of an Indiana Quaker farmer who quit school in 8th grade to help his family. In 1911, Ransburg moved to Ohio, where he started a glass-cutting business. His line of glassware featured intricate cut patterns and was called “The Glass of Class.” Ransburg glass sold well until the Great Depression, which effectively eliminated the market for anything deemed extravagant or unnecessary. Undeterred, Ransburg shifted gears. In 1930, while living in Indianapolis, Ransburg visited a friend at the Louisville Pottery Company. There, he spotted a vase and asked his friend if the vase could be made as a cookie jar. His friend threw some clay on a wheel, and shortly afterward, Ransburg’s first c