A Private Collection of Martin Brothers Stoneware

December 06, 2017

LOT 23

Lot 23

Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, 1895

Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, 1895
Lot 23 Details
Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, 1895

modelled with crested head and large eyes, coloured in tones of green, brown, blue and cream, on an ebonised wood base
restored
overall height 12.6" — 32 cm.
incised on the tail and head flange R.W. Martin & Bros. / London & Southall and dated 11-1895

Estimate $15,000-$20,000

Realised: $26,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, 1895
  • Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, 1895
  • Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, 1895
Provenance:

Pascoe & Company, Miami

Literature:

Illustrated by Malcolm Haslam in The Martin Brothers Potters, p.107, fig.164

CONDITION DETAILS

Old restoration to two cracks at the back of the body and to a chip at the rim are professional quality, but not modern standard; the head is in good condition

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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