Redware vessel stands on a beaded base with sides that undulate upward as they flare slightly outward to a shoulder where the diameter is greatest. Neck curves in slightly and flares back out to form a moderately thin out-turned lip. Small strap handle applied to side.
Black glaze on interior and most of exterior where it drips toward bottom. Number "6.60" written in chalk on bottom.
Miniature stoneware crock made as an advertising piece for Steinman Hardware. Cylindrical body, molded rim at outside. Printed on side in cobalt blue is: "STEINMAN HDWE. CO./ LANCASTER, PA. Dark brown glaze on inside and top half of outside; bottom half is a tan glaze. Bottom unglazed with work marks over surface.
