A fine Martin Brothers stoneware spoon warmer by Robert Wallace Martin

A fine Martin Brothers stoneware spoon warmer by Robert Wallace Martin, the grotesque scaly creature with claw feet and long drooping ears, modelled seated with mouth gaping, incised decoration glazed green, blue and ochre impressed R W Martin stamp, incised R W Martin London & Southall, one toe glued, 16cm. long, 13cm. high

Provenance

by repute this creature was exchanged for half a ration coupon circa 1946 in London by the vendor's relatives.

Private collection.