Ring Jug
Maker
Burlon Craig
CultureAmerican
Date1980s
MediumAlkaline glazed stoneware
InscribedStamped on bottom: "B.B.Craig/Vale, N.C.
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number94.29.2
Not on view
DescriptionThis is a round jug with a foot for standing. It has a mottled brown alkaline glaze. These ring jugs were carried by farmers over their arms to hold water while working in their fields. This type of jug is extremely difficult to make.