Treasure Hunt 25/04/24

ceramic pitcher with elaborate top, painted with floral designs, and an eagle standing on as shield

Hi, Donna,

I’m attaching a couple of pics of a ceramic pitcher and wonder if you can tell me its age. I remember it being in my Grandma’s house (in England) at least 70 years ago. The writing says “Better late than never” and I’m pretty sure the maker is Royal Doulton.

Thanks in advance.

Ann

Dear Ann,

Yes, the mark confirms it is a piece of Royal Doulton. Thank you for the extra photos. It always helps.

What you have is a toasting motto jug pitcher dating to the early 1900s. The middle band carries the motto.

Royal Doulton started in London during the early 1800s under John Doulton. Since there are so many different pieces, patterns, etc., values range from under $100 to in the thousands. Your motto jug pitcher in good clean condition with no damage would be in the $100 range.

Thanks for sharing, Ann. Fun piece

Author: Donna Welch

Donna Welch has spent more than 30 years in the antiques and collectibles field, appraising and instructing, and recently closed the physical location of From Out Of The Woods Antique Center (fromoutofthewoodsantiques.com) but is still doing some buying and selling. She is a member of The New Hampshire Antiques Dealer Association. If you have questions about an antique or collectible send a clear photo and information to Donna at [email protected], or call her at 391-6550 or 624-8668.

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