Royal Doulton H.M.S. The Victory Large Wall Plate Charger D5957 | 1941 | 34.5cm

A magnificent and highly collectible Royal Doulton large wall plate or charger from the Famous Ships series, produced in 1941 and registered as D5957. This impressive piece is dedicated to H.M.S. Victory — Lord Nelson's flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar — and is a tour de force of Royal Doulton's decorative ceramic craft.

The centre of the plate features a beautifully embossed (raised) depiction of H.M.S. Victory in full sail, painted in lovely warm hues that bring the ship to life. The decorative border is equally impressive, featuring raised seagulls in flight and a scrolled 'HMS Victory' inscription — all in relief, giving the plate a sculptural quality rarely seen in transferware of this period.

Produced during the Second World War, this plate carries additional historical resonance — a celebration of Britain's greatest naval victory at a time when the nation once again faced its greatest challenge. In mint condition with no crazing, staining, chips, or cracks.

• Brand: Royal Doulton
• Series: Famous Ships
• Subject: H.M.S. Victory
• Registration: D5957
• Year: c.1941
• Decoration: Embossed centre ship; raised seagulls and scrolled HMS Victory border
• Diameter: 34.5cms
• Condition: Mint — no crazing, staining, chips, or cracks