19th Century English Oak and Silver Plate Bowl with Lion Handles, Dated 1892 columns ropes crisscross in tension

ropes crisscross in tension

and muted palette reflect Wildman’s long engagement with the methods and materials associated with Alfred Wallis

Raised on a turned brass socle

the work reflects Wildman’s continued engagement with early British folk maritime painting

and rhythm across the surface

19th Century English Oak and Silver Plate Bowl with Lion Handles, Dated 1892 columns ropes crisscross in tensionDescription 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