A Private Collection of Martin Brothers Stoneware

December 06, 2017

LOT 13

Lot 13

Martin Brothers Stoneware Imp Musician Playing a Drum, c.1906-10

Martin Brothers Stoneware Imp Musician Playing a Drum, c.1906-10
Lot 13 Details
Martin Brothers Stoneware Imp Musician Playing a Drum, c.1906-10

coloured in shades of brown, on an ebonised wood base
restored
overall height 4.7" — 12 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $2,250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Martin Brothers Stoneware Imp Musician Playing a Drum, c.1906-10
  • Martin Brothers Stoneware Imp Musician Playing a Drum, c.1906-10
  • Martin Brothers Stoneware Imp Musician Playing a Drum, c.1906-10
Provenance:

MacMillan & Perrin Gallery, Vancouver

CONDITION DETAILS

Restoration to imp’s right shoulder and arm; signature ‘Martin Bros’ on right thigh appears to have been added (possibly over an indistinct original mark)

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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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