Duke of Wellington D6848 – Large – Royal Doulton Character Jug

Royal Doulton Character Jug, Duke of Wellington D6848 (blue and gold coloration). Designed by William K. Harper. Series: The Great Generals Collection, issued 1989 in special edition of 5,000. Size: 7.25″H (Large)

Arthur Wellesley (1769 – 1852), first Duke of Wellington, was a British general and statesman. He led the British forces in the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815 and also served as Prime Minister from 1828 – 1830. This jug was commissioned by UK International Ceramics Ltd. , in a special edition of 5,000.