A Private Collection of Martin Brothers Stoneware

December 06, 2017

LOT 27

Lot 27

Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, c.1900

Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, c.1900
Lot 27 Details
Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, c.1900

modelled with crested head and plump chest, coloured in tones of brown, green, blue and cream, on a turned wood base
head restored
overall height 7.2" — 18.2 cm.
incised on the base Martin and on the head flange R.W. Martin & Bros., London & Southall

Estimate $7,000-$10,000

Realised: $14,400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, c.1900
  • Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, c.1900
  • Martin Brothers Stoneware Bird Tobacco Jar, c.1900
Provenance:

Philip Chasen Antiques, New York

CONDITION DETAILS

Head professionally restored; body in good condition; possibly dated on the flange, but very indistinct

LOT 27
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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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.