Title: Pair of Beswick William Shakespeare Relief Chargers
Description: Pair of Beswick Shakespearean Relief Chargers – "As You Like It" & "Romeo and Juliet"

A fine pair of vintage English pottery chargers by Beswick, each decorated in relief with scenes from Shakespeare plays.

"As You Like It" Charger
Depicting a forest scene with figures in Elizabethan costume, surrounded by a border inscribed:
“AS YOU LIKE IT · O THAT I WERE I OF ALL KINGDOMS KING ·”
Embossed and hand-painted in vibrant colours with a moulded leaf border.
Reverse with Beswick backstamp.
Dimensions: approx. 31 cm diameter × 3 cm deep
Condition: Good vintage condition. No chips, cracks or repairs.

"Romeo and Juliet" Charger
Featuring the iconic balcony scene with Juliet and Romeo, the border inscribed:
“ROMEO AND JULIET · FOR IN A MINUTE THERE ARE MANY DAYS ·”
Richly coloured and finely modelled with a similar leaf border.
Reverse with Beswick backstamp.
Dimensions: approx. 31 cm diameter × 3 cm deep
Condition: Good vintage condition. No chips, cracks or repairs.

These decorative chargers were produced mid-20th century and are sought after by collectors of Beswick and Shakespeareana alike. Both with original hanging wires for wall display.
Condition: Used
Delivery/collection options: this lot is available for collection in person or delivery via courier
Location: WR1
Category: Antiques