This vintage shaving mug is a character-type vessel (Toby Jug) manufactured by the British ceramic firm Royal Doulton. The piece represents a traditional English barbershop utility object combined with mid-twentieth-century figurative ceramic craft.
Historical context:
Introduced in the 1930s, these character jugs were designed under the artistic direction of Charles Noke at the Burslem potteries in Staffordshire, England. Originally utilized for traditional wet shaving, these items depict figures from classical British literature and folklore, serving as cabinet collector pieces.
Technical specifications:
- Period: 1930s
- Technique: Hand-molded with underglaze polychrome hand-painted decoration
- Dimensions: Height: 8 cm to 10 cm (3.1 inches to 3.9 inches) depending on the selected model
- Material: Glazed earthenware
- Condition: Original vintage preservation. No chips, cracks, or visible restorations. Glaze retains its original luster.
Purchase note:
This listing is for individual selection of pieces numbered 1 to 6. Please select the desired model from the menu.
Utility and value:
Suitable for collectors of Staffordshire pottery, classic wet shaving enthusiasts, or as a decorative element for historical barbershop interiors.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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