Extremely Rare The Shakespeare Jug `The Shakespeare Jug': a Royal Doulton limited edition jug, circa 1933 modelled by Charles J Noke and decorated with a continuos frieze of characters between mask moulded handle and spout. The jug features some of his best known characters in full-length relief, given here from left to right: Hamlet, Othello, Autolycus (The Winters Tale), Portia (The Merchant of Venice), Macbeth, King Lear (seated), Ophelia (Hamlet), Shylock (Merchant of Venice), Touchstone (As You Like It) Katherine (Taming of the Shrew), Falstaff (Henry IV & Merry Wives). Wntten around the rim is GREAT HEIR OF FAME DEAR SO OF MEMORY; the handle shows the masks of tragedy and comedy With volumes of his plays; more masks and jesters accoutrements are moulded around the base. See pictures for backstamp. Some age related crazing on the inside. Exceptional piece hard to find. Great for collectors or investors. The item “Doulton The Shakespeare Jug Royal Doulton Limited Edition Rare Charles Noke” is in sale since Thursday, August 23, 2018. This item is in the category “Pottery, Porcelain & Glass\Pottery\Royal Doulton”. The seller is “rizv_syeda” and is located in Durham. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Manufacturer/ Type: Royal Doulton
- Year of Manufacture: 1933
- Boxed/ Unboxed: Unboxed
- Original/Reproduction: Antique Original