For his first design on the new lidded box (SH6) Terry chose the subject of Robins. This is a very popular subject with collectors, but surprisingly it is the first time Terry has painted it on either copper or china.

This new box has been designed by Steve and Terry and is made exclusively for them. It has a very attractive curved side which makes it different from the usual circular box. The top and bottom edges of the box have been especially designed to take gold bands, which add sparkle and richness that create a feeling of quality about the piece.

The Robin is a bird of character and charm that has adapted to our way of life. It is essentially a bird of open woodland, following other animals as they disturb the ground and dislodge insects. However, as we have created hedgerows, churchyards, parks and gardens, it has willingly followed and is often found waiting and watching around our feet for a fresh tasty morsel to appear. For centuries, the Robin has been the friend of woodsmen and gardeners, tamer than any other species, even willing to enter houses or take food from the hand.

Terry has created a gorgeous design capturing that friendliness and alertness in the stances of his Robins. He excels with snow (look at that chain link fence!) but, cleverly, his winter sky gives a warmth to the piece!.