EARTHENWARE JUG. OLD HEAD. TOBY.

Description:
- Earthenware jug of an old man's face.
- Toby jug of an old man shouting.
- Toby jugs are full-body figures, usually seated, and jugs representing only head and shoulders are called 'portrait jugs', 'maskarons', or 'face jugs'.
- This second type appeared at the end of the 19th century, and its heyday coincided with the production of the designs of Charles Noke, head model maker between 1889 and 1941 at the Doulton factory.
- Today, as in the past, it produces tableware, porcelain figurines and traditional character jugs, and although there are other manufactures around the world, including English ones, that produce this type of jug, it remains the brand of reference.
- The jug has a very good workmanship, made of earthenware and enamelled.
- No distinguishing mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where it was made, the maker's details, or any other information.

Conservation and Damage:
- The jug is in very good condition.
- It retains a spectacular period patina.
- It has knocks and scratches due to age. There is the most significant rubbing on the visor.
- The object shows the wear and tear of it's age.

Comments:
- Both measurements and weight are approximate.
- Very interesting as a collector's item and as a decorative element.
- The tones of the colours in the photos are not the same as the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions and are not verified.