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A lovely vintage Royal Doulton character jug (also known as a Toby jug) depicting Sairey Gamp
The character is inspired by the gossiping, gin-drinking midwife and nurse from Charles Dickens' 1843 novel, Martin Chuzzlewit
Designed by Leslie Harradine and Harry Fenton, these jugs were issued between approximately 1935 and 1986
Key Details
Manufacturer: Royal Doulton, England
Design Features: The jug features Sairey Gamp wearing a green hat or bonnet and a red and yellow bow tie
The handle is shaped like an umbrella, referencing a common accessory of the character