Friday 20 July 2012

Royal Doulton Shakespearean Characters - Shylock

Introduced in 1912 with a fine polychrome background in various colour washes, the series D3596 was amended and added to in 1914 when a sepia background was used and a second series pattern number D3746 given. After more modifications in the 1920s, the series seems to have been withdrawn in the early 1930s. Below are three pieces depicting Shylock from 'The Merchant of Venice'. For more Shakespearean wares see Premier Antiques

Royal Doulton Shakespearean Characters 'Shylock' Rack Plate c1932

Royal Doulton Shakespearean Characters 'Shylock' Cream Jug c1912

Royal Doulton Shakespearean Characters 'Shylock' Cake Plate c1915

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