Royal Doulton Toby Jug “The Sleuth” D6631
A Royal Doulton character jug based on Arthur Conan Doyles fictional character, Sherlock Holmes. The figure is dressed in a green deer stalker hat and brown coat. The handle is formed from a pipe and magnifying glass.
The Back stamps read:
Royal Doulton Made in England
The Sleuth
D 6631
Doulton & Co Limited 1972
Registration Applied For
Arthur Conan Doyle (1859 – 1930), an unsuccessful doctor, published the first of his widely popular detective stories in 1887. The amateur sleuth Sherlock Holmes shared rooms on Baker Street, as well as many adventures, with his friend and foil, Dr. Watson.
~ Dimensions ~
The jug stands at 8 inches (20cm) the bade measures 5.5 inches (14cm) at its widest point. The jug weighs 870g.
~ Condition ~
The jug is in very good condition with no chips or cracks. There is a small manufacturing fault where the green glaze has been missed just to the right of the bow on the top of the figures hat.