D6594 Royal Doulton miniature character jug 'Ard of 'Earing | #1 Pattern_Peach Rose 2cms (2 1/2")

2cms (2 1/2")

Marked under lid Supplied by Delacour Chatham [and a small personally inscribed GRFOS which is  perhaps a jewellers mark]

The Barbedienne Foundry is a famous 19th century French bronze foundry

There is a Y shaped internal craze line/impact line inside the barrel [not visible from outside] and in no way detracting from the display of the piece - but this item may not appeal to everyone as a result - still displays superbly within a collection at a wallet friendly price

was excommunicated by the Pope for divorce and founded the Church of England

D6594 Royal Doulton miniature character jug 'Ard of 'Earing | #1 Pattern_Peach Rose 2cms (2 1/2")Royal Doulton mini character jug 'Ard of 'Earing D6594 About 'Ard of 'EaringWith a hand held cupped to his ear, this cockney gentleman is a comical representation of a 17th century deaf man complete with tricorn hat. After being introduced in 1964 and discontinued relatively promptly in 1967, this jug has increased in value and is difficult to find it is one of the key character jugs in any collection, regardless of size. Designer: David B Biggs