Item 8477
 
Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this Rare 5 Gallon Water Cooler made and stamped by "A. L. Hyssong, Bloomsburg, P.A."  
 
This is the stamp of Austin Hyssong who made stoneware in Bloomsburg in the old Rabb and Rehm pottery from 1891-1914 (Phil Shaltenbrand, Big Ware Turners, pp. 32-33). 
 
This beauty features the Uncommon Water Cooler Form, Pottery Stamp, and a Sideways Brushed Cobalt Double Floral.  Stands 18 1/4" tall. 
 
Very Good Condition.  A 1/2" flake and 1" surface hairline on the top of the spout, a 1" chip on the bottom of the left side, and staining from use.  Professional restoration on the circular framing of the spigot opening (closeups).  No hairlines or cracks. 
 
Ships double-boxed, insured, and FREE