BY GARNKIRK, LANARKSHIRE, LATE 19TH CENTURY

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A PAIR OF SCOTTISH STONEWARE URNS
By Garnkirk, Lanarkshire, late 19th century
With lobed undersides, the square section bases with impressed stamps 'GARNKIRK'
21in. (53.3cm.) high (2)

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Lot Essay

Specialising in refractory brick, the Scottish-based Garnkirk Fire-Clay Company, established by the Sprot familly, became pre-eminent around 1850. In 1869, it was said to be the biggest fireclay company in the world, covering six acres and employing over 300 men. It was demolished in 1898.

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