Edward G. Robinson character jug produced by Bairstow Manor Pottery of Hanley, England, in a 2003 limited edition of 500. Edward G. Robinson (1893-1973), born Emanuel Goldenberg, was a Romanian-American actor of stage and screen who was popular during the Hollywood's Golden Age. He appeared in 30 Broadway plays and more than 100 films during a 50-year career, and is best remembered for his tough-guy roles as gangsters in such films as Little Caesar and Key Largo. During his career, Robinson received the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor for his performance in House of Strangers. This character jug was commissioned by Ken Goodwin as a part of the Hollywood Greats Series and modeled by Ray Noble.
Maker:
Bairstow Manor
England
2003
Model #:
Hollywood Greats Series
character jug
Size:
large
Height:
9"
