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November 2003 Fine Art & Antiques Online Auction

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424. Set of Six Royal Doulton Character Mugs

Set of six Royal Doulton toby mugs. This set includes characters such as the Beefeater, the Master, the Guardsman, the Lawyer, King Edward VII and Henry VIII. Beefeater is dated 1946 and has a hand-painted 13 on verso of the base. The Master is dated 1991 and is numbered 26, as well as stamped with the signature of Stanley James Taylor. The Guardsman is dated 1986 and is also stamped with the signature of Stanley James Taylor. The Lawyer is dated 1958 and stamped with an illegible signature. King Edward VII is particularly interesting because he is a limited edition. On verso of base is a handwritten number, 1893, as well as a certificate of authenticity signed by Stuart R. Lyons, chairman of Royal Doulton Ltd. Henry VIII is dated 1975 and is stamped with a signature on verso of base and hand-painted with the number 71. Each mug is intricately detailed and features decorative handles appropriate to the character. Measure apprx 3-1/2" x 4-1/2".



200/400   Sold $241.50
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