Tommy Cooper toby jug modeled by Andy Moss and produced by Peggy Davies Ceramics for Kevin Francis Ceramics of Stoke-on-Trent, England, as the 1997/1998 Guild issue. Thomas Frederick Cooper (1921 - 1984) was a Welsh prop comedian and magician. As an entertainer, his appearance was large and lumbering at 6 feet 4 inches, and he habitually wore a red fez when performing. He served in the British Army for seven years, before developing his conjuring skills and becoming a member of The Magic Circle. Although he spent time on tour performing his magical act, which specialized on magic tricks that appeared to fail, he rose to international prominence when his career moved into television, with programs for London Weekend Television and Thames Television.
Maker:
Kevin Francis
England
1997/1998
Model #:
toby jug
Size:
large
Height:
9 1/2"
