Presenting an exceptional piece from the renowned British manufactory Royal Doulton. This is a large-sized Character Jug representing the 'Old Salt' figure, identified as model D6551.
History: Designed by Garry Sharpe and introduced to the Royal Doulton catalog in 1960, this piece belongs to the prestigious tradition of English Toby Jugs. The design pays homage to British naval iconography, featuring a distinctive mermaid-shaped handle, a detail highly valued by collectors.
Details and Condition:
- Period: Circa 1960
- Technique: High-quality porcelain with polychrome glazed finish
- Height: 20 cm (7.87 inches)
- Dimensions: 18 cm x 15 cm (7.09 x 5.91 inches)
- Weight: 860 g (1.90 lbs)
- Material: Glazed fine porcelain
- Markings: Full backstamp 'Made in England, Royal Doulton, Old Salt D6551, COPR 1960'
- Condition: Excellent state of preservation. No cracks, chips, or apparent crazing. Colors remain vibrant and the glaze is intact.
Collectible Value: This specimen is indispensable for collectors of British export ceramics and nautical enthusiasts, representing a period of great craftsmanship from Doulton & Co Limited.
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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