Hampshire Pottery Vase Theft Reported At Brimfield

Published: June 1, 2010

Hampshire Pottery vase signed by Emma Robertson, circa 1904‱0, Keene, N.H. It is approximately 8½ to 9 inches tall with a bulbous body and features a blue glaze matte design that has a mottled texture. On the bottom of the vase are the artist’s markings: a big “M†and small “A.‼/div>

The Brimfield Police Department is investigating the reported theft of a Hampshire Pottery vase from a dealer exhibiting at J&J Promotions on Friday, May 14, during the Brimfield spring antiques market.

The vase was taken at approximately 1:30 pm while the dealer’s attention was being focused on helping a customer, according to the dealer.

The vase, purchased recently by the dealer at auction, is a signed piece by Emma Robertson, circa 1904‱0, Keene, N.H. It is approximately 8½ to 9 inches tall with a bulbous body and features a blue glaze matte design that has a mottled texture. On the bottom of the vase are the artist’s markings: a big “M” and small “A.”

Anyone having information about this item is asked to contact the Brimfield Police Department at 413-245-3442. Case reference number is 10-36-OF.

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