Edwardian Royal Doulton porcelain "Bird of Paradise" jug

Attractive Royal Doulton porcelain pitcher dating to the early 20th century. With a wavy rim and narrow lip the body of the ewer is decorated with exotic birds of paradise surrounded by foliage on two sides and richly sprayed with gilt throughout.
Above the birds are two medallions elaborately outlined in gold depicting a bee on one side and a butterfly on the other.

Made by Royal Doulton, England, c. 1901 - 1922.

407 g
18 cm tall
16.5 cm at widest point

Very good antique condition. Wear to gilt appropriate to age; repair to handle; crazing on body.