A Private Collection of Martin Brothers Stoneware

December 06, 2017

LOT 3

Lot 3

Martin Brothers Stoneware Two-Handled Loving Cup, 1888

Martin Brothers Stoneware Two-Handled Loving Cup, 1888
Lot 3 Details
Martin Brothers Stoneware Two-Handled Loving Cup, 1888

of tapering cylinder form, incised and painted with fish and eels amongst seaweed
height 6.3" — 16 cm.
incised R.W. Martin & Bros. / London & Southall and dated 6-1888

Estimate $1,200-$1,600

Realised: $5,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Martin Brothers Stoneware Two-Handled Loving Cup, 1888
  • Martin Brothers Stoneware Two-Handled Loving Cup, 1888
Provenance:

Roy Aitken Collection, Sotheby’s London, April 19th, 1978, lot 126

Literature:

Illustrated by Malcolm Haslam in The Martin Brothers Potters, 1978, p.78

Exhibited:

Richard Dennis, Martin Brothers Pottery Exhibition, 1978, No. 205

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor firing cracks at the handle joins are not significant; otherwise 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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