Royal Doulton Shakespeare Series Jug with Lid – Ann Page – England murano style glass Publisher: Olds Motor Works

Publisher: Olds Motor Works

A handsome example of Crown Ducal’s scenic relief ware

Language: english

Author: Butler

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Royal Doulton Shakespeare Series Jug with Lid – Ann Page – England murano style glass Publisher: Olds Motor WorksA beautifully decorated Royal Doulton lidded jug from the Shakespeare Series, depicting Ann Page, the daughter of Master Page in The Merry Wives of Windsor. Ann Page is shown in period dress, carrying a tray with drinking vessels a domestic and hospitable scene entirely in keeping with her role in Shakespeares light hearted comedy. The figure is set against a softly rendered woodland and architectural background, finished in warm yellow and green