Royal Doulton Famous Ships series | Hydra & Furei jug D5957 | Large Annual Gilded lions stared down from

Gilded lions stared down from ships of the line

The body of Titanian pieces can vary immensely from an egg-shell like porcelain [like what is seen in this delicate vase] to a heavy earthenware

Gradually the industry declined

Designed: Nicola Slaney

Approx 16cms (6 1/4") tall

Royal Doulton Famous Ships series | Hydra & Furei jug D5957 | Large Annual Gilded lions stared down fromRoyal Doulton Famous Ships larger size jug D5957 Hydra & Furei This is the largest size in Famous Ships [that we know of] Many famous sailing ships are represented in this embossed, low relief series which reflects the British fascination with the sea and bears a special backstamp. In total 17 ships are depicted on various shapes. The Hydra, depicted here, saw action in the Napoleonic Wars. HMS Hydra was the lead ship of her class of wooden steam