29th Jul, 2021 9:30
A Martin Brothers large double-sided stoneware face jug, dated 1899, modelled in relief to both sides with a grinning face and white-highlighted eyes, incised marks to base, 'Martin Bros, London & Southall' and '5-1899', 19.5 cm high.
From a private collection. Handed down through the family to the current owner, believed bought originally by their grandparents.
Provenance: From a private collection. Handed down through the family to the current owner, believed bought originally by their grandparents.
Sold for £3,800
Condition Report
Firing crack evident to the top of the jug, where the handle meets the spout, crazing elsewehere, but no apparent damage or repair.
A Martin Brothers large double-sided stoneware face jug, dated 1899, modelled in relief to both sides with a grinning face and white-highlighted eyes, incised marks to base, 'Martin Bros, London & Southall' and '5-1899', 19.5 cm high.
ProvenanceFrom a private collection. Handed down through the family to the current owner, believed bought originally by their grandparents.
