Royal Doulton The Poacher Character Jug Table Lighter Ronson Insert 1954 England

A charming vintage table lighter featuring the iconic Royal Doulton character jug "The Poacher" ,
originally designed by Harry Fenton and issued in 1954 .
This piece combines the hand-painted ceramic craftsmanship of Royal Doulton (England) with a Ronson butane lighter insert made in Woodbridge, N.J., USA.

The jug depicts a sly country poacher with a fish as the handle — a classic example of Doulton's humorous character ware.
Base marked:

"The Poacher" Copr. 1954 Doulton & Co. Limited / Made in England
plus multiple registered design numbers.

The lighter is stamped "RONSON Woodbridge N.J. U.S.A." on the underside.
The flint has been removed, so the lighter is untested , but overall excellent cosmetic condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs.

A wonderful collectible for Royal Doulton, Ronson, or mid-century tobacciana enthusiasts .

Details:

• Maker: Royal Doulton, England / Ronson, USA

• Model: "The Poacher"

• Year: 1954

• Size: approx. 4.25"W × 3"D × 4.75"H (10oz)

• Material: Hand-painted ceramic, metal lighter insert

• Markings: R.D. mark & Ronson base stamp

• Condition: Excellent; no chips or cracks; lighter untested (no flint)