Royal Doulton Shakespeare Series Jug with Lid – Ann Page – England

A 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 Shakespeare’s light-hearted comedy. The figure is set against a softly rendered woodland and architectural background, finished in warm yellow and green tones typical of Royal Doulton’s early 20th-century literary wares.

This tall jug form, complete with its original fitted lid, has strong visual presence and displays beautifully from all angles — a fine example of Royal Doulton’s narrative ceramics.

Details

• Maker: Royal Doulton

• Series: Shakespeare Series

• Character: Ann Page (The Merry Wives of Windsor)

• Origin: England

• Era: c. 1910s–1920s

• Material: Glazed earthenware

• Height: approx. 23 cm (including lid)

• Base: Factory printed Royal Doulton backstamp

Condition

Very good vintage condition overall

• Light age-related crazing consistent with age

• Minor surface wear only

• No cracks, chips, or repairs noted

A charming and increasingly collectible piece, ideal for Royal Doulton collectors, Shakespeare enthusiasts, or as a statement display jug.