Sparkes charger generates a buzz at the Pavilions

This earthenware charger was painted by Catherine Sparkes (1842-1910), a genre, flower painter and illustrator who made a significant contribution to the development of faience pottery at Doulton Lambeth.

Dated 1877 and bearing her monogram, the 20in (52.5cm) diameter piece is painted with an Arts &…

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