11th May, 2023 14:00
Martin Brothers Auction: One Hundred Years On
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Robert Wallace Martin for Martin Brothers, a large characterful stoneware sculptural bird jar, 1888, modelled as a grotesque avian figure, the rotating head tilted with a manic expression and wide deep set eyes, partially open broad beak, the wings with green and blue bands, on a brown glazed body, incised marks R W Martin + Bros, London + Southall, 3-1888, and to the head, 36cm high
Sold for £80,000
Robert Wallace Martin for Martin Brothers, a large characterful stoneware sculptural bird jar, 1888, modelled as a grotesque avian figure, the rotating head tilted with a manic expression and wide deep set eyes, partially open broad beak, the wings with green and blue bands, on a brown glazed body, incised marks R W Martin + Bros, London + Southall, 3-1888, and to the head, 36cm high
Auction: Martin Brothers Auction: One Hundred Years On, 11th May, 2023
You can bid in the room, leave commission bids, book a telephone line, or access the auction via one of four online bidding platforms. Auction begins 2pm
Lift Access:
Please note access to the auction room for bidding is by staircase only. Please contact us in advance for further information and assistance
Viewing
Tuesday 8th May 10.00am - 5.00pm
Wednesday 9th May 10.00am - 5.00pm
Thursday 10th May 10.00am until start of auction
