This antique Early American stoneware set was manufactured by the short-lived Progressive Pottery Co. in Roseville, Ohio. Operating only between 1900 and 1908, this rare collectible pair features a heavy "Pure Flint" utility mixing bowl decorated with a thick paneled rim band and molded handles. The crock is paired with a matching heavy stoneware domed lid featuring matching radial ribs and an integrated unglazed button knob handle.
Lot Includes:
1 Antique Progressive Pottery Co. "Pure Flint" stoneware crock bowl
1 Antique Albany Stoneware matching domed stoneware lid
Condition Overview
Pure Flint Crock Bowl: The heavy stoneware mixing bowl is in structurally stable antique condition, free of large structural hairline fractures running through the basin. The interior features a glossy, dark chocolate Albany-style slip glaze that shows exceptional depth and typical light utensil scuffs from historical kitchen use. The cream-colored unglazed exterior highlights the molded paneling and integrated side lug handles. The upper rim displays moderate cosmetic wear, including scattered fleabites, light glaze flaking, and a few shallow edge chips along the perimeter. The underside base ring is crisply embossed with the company's circular "Pure Flint Progressive Pottery" maker mark and central triangle emblem.
Matching Albany Stoneware Domed Lid: The heavy matching lid fits atop the bowl rim securely. The unglazed upper dome section features defined vertical ribs and light, uniform surface browning and discoloration consistent with stove or oven heating. The underside bowl of the lid is finished in a matching dark Albany slip glaze, showing a clean surface free of deep crazing or structural impacts. The outer seating lip exhibits typical shelf wear, surface friction scuffs, and minor clay pitting from the original kiln firing