Rare bird sets Martin Brothers record

This stoneware bird jar dated 1891 established a new auction record for Martin Brothers when it made £67,000 at the latest Arts and Crafts sale held by Woolley & Wallis.

The 16½in (42cm) high jar by Robert Wallace Martin was consigned from a private collection.

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