21st Sep, 2019 10:00
Fine Art, Antiques & Jewellery including a large Collection of Martin Brothers Pottery
A pair of early 20th century Martin Brothers stoneware tall vases by Edwin & Walter Martin, of square tapering form with circular rims, the bodies decorated with stylised leaf shapes on a mustard ground, incised marks to base, dated 9-1903, 26.5 cm tall. Provenance: Part of a single owner collection originally acquired directly from the Martin Brothers Pottery, by Samuel L. M. Avery Esq., a master builder and resident of Southall. Avery was a friend and acquaintance of the Martin family, often visiting the pottery where he bought pieces directly from them for his own collection. The collection was inherited by his descendants and has remained in the family ever since, only being recently discovered following the passing of his daughter.
Sold for £1,300
A pair of early 20th century Martin Brothers stoneware tall vases by Edwin & Walter Martin, of square tapering form with circular rims, the bodies decorated with stylised leaf shapes on a mustard ground, incised marks to base, dated 9-1903, 26.5 cm tall. Provenance: Part of a single owner collection originally acquired directly from the Martin Brothers Pottery, by Samuel L. M. Avery Esq., a master builder and resident of Southall. Avery was a friend and acquaintance of the Martin family, often visiting the pottery where he bought pieces directly from them for his own collection. The collection was inherited by his descendants and has remained in the family ever since, only being recently discovered following the passing of his daughter.
