Coming to you from Doc's Crocks is this wonderful 5 Gallon Stoneware Blue and White Spongeware Barrel.  
 
It was made and stamped on the bottom by "The Robinson Merrill Pottery Co., Akron, O."  This company was in business from 1900-1902.  
 
This beauty is Formed as a Barrel with Staves and 6 hoops with Rivet Closures.  Fancy Moldiing around the spigot opening.  Cobalt Sponging throughout.  Stands 15 1/2" tall.
 
Excellent Condition.  A couple minor 1/4" chips on the base.  That's it!  No top chips, hairlines, cracks, stains, or restoration.  A dime-size kiln touch on the left side and a dime-size piece of adhered clay on the right side (closeup) in the making.
 
Ships double-boxed, insured, and FREE