19th Century English Oak and Silver Plate Bowl with Lion Handles, Dated 1892 columns This painting by Max Wildman

This painting by Max Wildman depicts a multi-masted sailing vessel rendered with directness and restraint

Its original function as a coal holder adds a sense of utilitarian history

Date: Mid-20th centuryMedium: Lithograph on paperFrame: Gold-toned wood frame with matDimensions: 8 H x 10 W x 1 D

and rhythm across the surface

19th Century English Oak and Silver Plate Bowl with Lion Handles, Dated 1892 columns This painting by Max WildmanDescription A late 19th century English oak vessel mounted with silver plate, constructed in the manner of traditional coopered staves. Lion mask handles with ring pulls flank the body, centered by a cartouche engraved September 1892, suggesting a commemorative origin. Raised on a circular foot with a fitted metal liner, it functions as a wine cooler while reading as a sculptural table object. Stamped to the underside with a makers mark of an archer