D.M. Howery ceramic egg container

Animal Feeders

Red Wing’s line of chicken feeders, poultry fountains and salt bowls were heavily utilized on farms throughout the Midwest. They were made in a number of shapes and styles throughout every decade of stoneware production. Once the potteries started making white glazed wares, merchants often ordered feeders with their business name stamped on the side.

Feeders

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