{"product_id":"royal-doulton-old-charley-miniature-character-jug-c-1930s","title":"Royal Doulton Old Charley Miniature Character Jug c. 1930s","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Doulton Old Charley miniature character jug\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring the unmistakable face of the old English night watchman in richly modeled ceramic detail. Small in scale but full of personality, the jug captures Royal Doulton’s celebrated characterware tradition with expressive facial modeling, painted features, and a classic handled form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Charley appears with his dark cap, ruddy face, bow tie, and deep burgundy coat, giving the piece warmth, humor, and wonderful shelf presence. This miniature jug is ideal for a Royal Doulton collection, English pottery display, library shelf, bar cabinet, or layered vintage vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Doulton character jugs became one of the company’s most recognizable collecting categories during the 20th century, translating literary, historical, theatrical, and folk figures into expressive ceramic form. \u003cstrong\u003eOld Charley\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Royal Doulton’s classic character designs, depicting an old English night watchman with a knowing expression and richly sculpted features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis miniature version carries the Royal Doulton mark to the underside. The exact production date and D-number are not fully legible from the provided photographs, but the form and mark place it within Royal Doulton’s established character jug tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe safest listing language is: \u003cstrong\u003e“Royal Doulton Old Charley miniature character jug.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObject Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiniature character jug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Doulton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharacter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Charley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20th century\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlazed ceramic \/ earthenware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor \/ Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-painted character decoration with dark cap, warm flesh tones, burgundy coat, and green-toned handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage condition with visible rim wear, including a small chip\/loss and a hairline or crack near the rim. Additional light surface wear and age-related glaze variation are present. Handle appears intact from the provided photographs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarkings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Doulton mark visible on underside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Doulton collection, character jug display, English pottery collection, bookshelf styling, bar cabinet, or vintage vignette\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It Belongs In Your Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Doulton Old Charley miniature character jug\u003c\/strong\u003e brings wit, history, and classic English pottery charm into a small but memorable form. Its expressive face and compact size make it easy to place, while the Royal Doulton mark gives it collectible appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would be especially well suited to a bookshelf, writing desk, display cabinet, bar cart, or grouped collection of English ceramics. The piece has exactly the kind of character that makes vintage pottery feel personal rather than merely decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall, storied, and full of expression, Old Charley brings a little mischief and old-world charm wherever he lands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viridian Eclection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47692657426537,"sku":null,"price":18.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/0093\/9369\/files\/DSC00763.jpg?v=1781415215","url":"https:\/\/viridianeclection.com\/products\/royal-doulton-old-charley-miniature-character-jug-c-1930s","provider":"Viridian Eclection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}