This category shows some of the Character Jug Variations, Prototypes and Colourways that have been created over the years. Designers often explore different designs with modifications and more often being created in different colourways or different back stamps. These are often more valuable than the other character jugs due the rarity and lesser availability.
The classic Pied Piper character jug was designed by Geoff Blower in 1954. The main edition has three rats at the top of handle. There is a very rare prototype version created which features a single white rat at the top, as well as different colouring. I think it looks […]
The Royal Doulton Character Jug Parson Brown, designed by the acclaimed Charles Noke, was introduced to the market in 1935. A classic example of Royal Doulton’s commitment to capturing colorful characters in ceramic form, Parson Brown was available in two sizes: the large version (D5486) and the small version (D5529). […]
In an exciting event for collectors and fans of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, an exceptionally rare Elvis Presley prototype character jug, ELVIS Viva Las Vegas was sold for a striking $2000 at the Lion and Unicorn Auctions on January 24, 2024. This unique item stands out not only […]
The Royal Doulton Izaak Walton Character Jug, crafted by the esteemed designer Harry Fenton, was introduced in 1953 as a commemorative piece, marking the 300th anniversary of the publication of “The Compleat Angler” and the 250th anniversary of the death of its author, Izaak Walton. With its reference number 6404, […]
The Royal Doulton Jockey Character Jug, designed by David Biggs and introduced in 1971, encapsulates the spirit and vibrancy of horse racing through the skilled craftsmanship for which Royal Doulton is renowned. This particular jug, with its reference number 6625, was produced in a large version and remained in production […]
Royal Doulton, renowned for its exquisite ceramics and collectibles, often sees its rarities and prototypes fetching impressive sums at auction. A striking example is the Rare Royal Doulton Prototype of Neil Armstrong, The Astronaut Character Jug. This exceptional piece, which sold for £3,900 at Potteries Auction in March 2021, exemplifies […]
