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R. W. Martin & Bros.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- A 'barrister' bird jar and cover
- cover incised, 'R.W. Martin & Brothers. London & Southall. 12.1893' , and base incised , 'R.W. Martin & Brothers. London & Southall.12.1893'
- 38.5cm. high overall;
- 1ft 3¼in.
stoneware, modelled standing wearing a wig and with wings folded behind his back
Provenance
This bird was purchased directly from the Martin Brothers by the present vendor's grandfather
Condition
A large model with more presence than suggested by the catalogue illustration. The colours are richer than they appear with more contrast. There are two manufacturing holes from the underside of the base through the legs of the bird where it originally would have been fixed to a wooden base. There are some short firing cracks around this area to the underside of the base, one of which is just visible on the side of the foot but is covered by glaze. This is not subsequent damage and is not visible when the piece in standing on a level surface. There is a small glaze flaw to the underside of the foot, approximately 1cm by 4mm which appears to have been caused when the glaze ran during firing. Body with a couple of firing cracks to the interior around screw holes. The modelling of the features is finer than appears in the catalogue illustration. Some short firing cracks are visible to the interior. A large and imposing example of this unusual subject.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."