This Vintage Rowe Pottery Works Salt-Glazed Stoneware Bowl with Cobalt Blue Decorative Motif is a charming American pottery piece dated 1989. It features a classic gray/tan salt-glaze finish, a rolled rim, dark interior, rounded bowl form, and a simple cobalt blue decorative motif on the exterior. Its handmade character and traditional stoneware look make it a beautiful accent for American Primitive, farmhouse, rustic kitchen, or curated vintage decor. History Salt-glazed stoneware has a long history in American pottery and is admired for its textured surface, durability, and utilitarian roots. Rowe Pottery Works is associated with traditional American-style salt-glazed stoneware, often featuring gray/tan clay bodies and cobalt blue decoration. Craftsmanship This bowl has the hallmarks of traditional salt-glazed stoneware: a speckled gray/tan surface, tactile glaze texture, cobalt blue hand-applied motif, dark glazed interior, and substantial rolled rim. Salt glazing naturally creates surface variation, speckling, and glaze movement, giving each piece its own handmade character. Uses Display as a small decorative bowl, catchall, shelf accent, farmhouse kitchen piece, primitive cupboard accent, or Rowe Pottery collection addition. It can also be styled with dried botanicals, wrapped candies, small linens, or seasonal decor. 🌿 Features - Vintage Rowe Pottery Works stoneware bowl - Dated 1989 - Salt-glazed gray/tan exterior - Cobalt blue decorative motif - Dark glazed interior - Rolled rim - Small display or catchall size - American Primitive and farmhouse character - Great for shelves, hutches, kitchens, or collector displays ✨ Perfect For - Rowe Pottery collectors - Salt glaze pottery collectors - American Primitive decor - Farmhouse kitchen shelves - Rustic hutches or cupboards - Small catchall styling - Vintage pottery displays - Collector gift giving 💎 Condition Great condition. No chips or cracks. Natural salt-glaze speckling, surface texture, glaze variation, and handmade-style irregularities are expected with this type of stoneware. Please review all photos closely for the best view of condition. 🧼 Care Instructions Dust gently with a soft cloth. If used, hand wash gently and dry immediately. Avoid dishwashers, harsh cleaners, abrasive pads, soaking, sudden temperature changes, and impact. 📏 Dimensions Diameter: 4.5 inches Height: 2 inches Weight: 10 oz 🌍 Country of Origin U.S.A. 📦 Processing | Shipping Ships from Washington State within 1–2 business days. This stoneware bowl will be carefully wrapped with protective padding and shipped in a sturdy box with tracking. Combined shipping may be available when purchasing multiple items. 🚚 Returns | Exchanges All sales are final due to the vintage/collectible nature of this item. Please review the photos, measurements, and condition notes before purchase. If there is an issue with your order upon arrival, please contact me so I can help. 📌 Note This is a vintage stoneware item. Surface speckling, glaze texture, cobalt variation, and small handmade-style differences are part of the salt-glaze character and should not be mistaken for damage. 📬 Contact Questions are always welcome. Please message me before purchase if you would like additional photos, measurements, or combined shipping information.