
Hans Coper stoneware Spade vase with white slip and manganese glaze – estimate £6000-8000 at Lawrences of Crewkerne.
John Peyton, once a candidate for the leadership of the Conservative Party, was MP for Yeovil for 31 years from 1951-83.
The collection includes three pieces by Hans Coper (1920-81) – including this 8in (20cm) high stoneware Spade vase with white slip and manganese glaze estimated at £6000-8000.