British Art Pottery and Design - 29th November 2023
Lot 551
A fine Martin Brothers stoneware spoonwarmer by Robert Wallace Martin, dated 1880, modelled seated,
Estimate £15,000 - £25,000 | Hammer £63000
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Description
A fine Martin Brothers stoneware spoonwarmer by Robert Wallace Martin, dated 1880, modelled seated, the anthropomorphic creature with smiling face, gaping mouth with toothy grin, the tail curled up forming the handle, in shades of ochre, buff with green-blue highlights, incised R W Martin 9.80 London & Southall, impressed R W Martin mark, 15.5cm. high
Provenance
Private collection of Martin Ware Pottery.