Royal Doulton Monks C pattern Hecla shape jug D2385 | Medium windswept Elaborately Carved Soapstone figure

Elaborately Carved Soapstone figure

Issued: 1955 - 1969

Queens Choice with its succulent grapes

Some roughness to base rim that is more a testament to the age of the piece and the period in which it was made

Inscribed Noke signature lower left (beside Minstrels elbow)

Royal Doulton Monks C pattern Hecla shape jug D2385 | Medium windswept Elaborately Carved Soapstone figureRoyal Doulton Monks C pattern Hecla shape jug D2385 Medium Size c. 1906 1919 Approx 15. 5cms (6 1 8") tall Approx 16cms (6 1 4") spout to handle In very good condition There is some slight age related toning to the piece on the top rim, and at the base but it still displays relatively nicely. Given this is amongst some of the very earliest Royal Doulton seriesware, finding a better example will take some doing GUARANTEED free from damage and repair