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Royal Doulton “Dickens Ware” Plate – Portrait of Charles Dickens with Characters from His Novels

Lot 108: Royal Doulton “Dickens Ware” Plate – Portrait of Charles Dickens with Characters from His Novels

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A fine vintage Royal Doulton “Dickens Ware” collector’s plate, featuring a central portrait of Charles Dickens with St. Paul’s Cathedral in the background, surrounded by a decorative border depicting some of his most beloved literary characters — including Fagin, Little Nell, Mr. Pickwick, Bill Sykes, and Sam Weller.

This plate forms part of the celebrated Dickens Ware series, first introduced by Royal Doulton in 1908, created to honour Dickens’ enduring contribution to English literature. Each character is beautifully hand-coloured and detailed, showcasing Royal Doulton’s early 20th-century craftsmanship.

Manufacturer: Royal Doulton, England
Series: Dickens Ware
Depicting: Charles Dickens with literary characters
Diameter: Approx. 26 cm