Antique Watt Pottery Moon and Stars Stoneware Covered Dish

Such a great find!  This stoneware bowl with lid is one of the earlier patterns (1920s-1930s) produced by the Watt Pottery Company of Crooksville, Ohio (history below).  This is the charming “Moon and Stars” pattern, featuring an incised new moon and stylized star, alternating with graduated vertical lines, very much in keeping with the simple designs of utilitarian pieces from the early 20th century.  The shape is very typical of the period, and the color is commonly referred to as “pumpkin orange,” although this may be a more recent appellation.  Our research suggests that earlier pieces of Watts pottery were unmarked.  Fantastic addition to the modern farmhouse or French-style kitchen, or a collection of antique stoneware.  See dimensions and condition description below.  

DIMENSIONS:   5.75″ tall to the top of the lid x 7 3/8″ diameter at the rim x 4 3/8″ at the base.

CONDITION: Excellent used antique condition with less wear than its almost 100 years would indicate.  There are some “pitted” areas along the unglazed portion of the rim and a small chip on the underside of the lid’s lip.   

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HISTORY (from online sources): The company started in 1922 in Crooksville, Ohio, making stoneware jugs and crocks. Most of those pieces were marked with eagle or acorn marks in blue and the number of gallons held within a circle. The factory they used had been formerly known as the Burley Pottery Company.  As more homes got electricity and refrigeration, the company switched to ovenware, which was produced from a lighter clay and was strong enough to be taken from the icebox directly to the stove. The early ovenware was not marked, but in the early 1940s the words “oven ware,” “Made in the USA,” or simply the bowl size were added. Early patterns included solid colored pieces like Moon and Stars, Diamonds and Grooves, Arcs or Loops.  The years 1949 through 1953 were the company’s heyday, after the introduction of hand-painted kitchenware which would become popular with collectors. .The factory burned down in 1965, which makes Watt pottery even more collectible.

A WORD ABOUT VINTAGE: Our inventory consists of vintage or antique items which are more than 20 years old, usually used or pre-owned, unless marked “new old stock.”  As such, there may be signs of wear and age, which we will disclose to the best of our ability.  Nevertheless, we encourage you to carefully read the description and view the photos, especially when purchasing a gift.  All items ship with tracking and insurance, and although we do not accept returns, we will offer a refund in case of breakage or damage during transit, upon receipt of sufficient proof. 

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