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Don Quixote character jug in a black hat and black beard colorway designed by Geoff Blower and produced by Royal Doulton of Burslem, England, in 1957. This Spanish knight-errant is one of the best-known creations of European literature. The epic Don Quixote, written by Miguel de Cervantes de Saavedra at the start of the 17th century, tells the tale of a simple, dignified county gentleman of La Mancha who becomes crazed by the romantic tales of chivalry which surround him. As a result, he sets out on his trusty old steed Rosinante with the aim of righting the world's wrongs. Accompanied by his earthier squire Sancho Panca, he becomes involved in a series of absurd adventures that ridicule the more tedious chivalric romances of the day. Recognized as a literary masterpiece full of sound philosophy and social comment, this tale has left its mark in the English language with the term "quixotic" referring to a romantic idealist, after the gallant role model, Don Quixote. A feather and shield form the handle of this jug.
Maker:
Royal Doulton
England
1957
Model #:
D6455
character jug
Size:
large
Height:
7 1/4"
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