The Martin Brothers Potters - 24th October 2006

Lot 32

A rare Martin Brothers stoneware face jug by Robert Wallace Martin

Estimate £3,000 - £5,000 | Hammer £5000

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Description

A rare Martin Brothers stoneware face jug by Robert Wallace Martin, flat form modelled in relief with a smiling face, the reverse a screaming, gaping mouth, in shades of blue and brown on a buff ground incised R W Martin London & Southall 4-1885 21cm. high Malcolm Haslam The Martin Brothers Potters Richard Dennis Publications, page 131 figure 202 for the original pencil drawing for this face jug illustrated.