H Doulton & Co. Chimney Pot

A 19th Century fluted terracotta chimney pot stamped 'H Doulton & Co 95'.
 
The top has been 'plugged' with a cast stone mix to turn the pot into a plinth. This should not be difficult to remove if required.
 
Height / 61cm
Width / 34.5cm
Top Width / 24.5cm
 
H Doulton & Co were a very successful firm manufacturing pipes, glazed stonewares and other industrial goods (notably bricks).
 
Henry Doulton started his professional career as an Apprentice in his Father's firm Doulton & Watts (later Doulton & Co and then Royal Doulton).
 
In 1846 he established his own firm and operated the first factory producing ceramic pipes. Henry's pipes were key in tackling London's sanitary crisis.
 
	
In 1851 Henry Doulton & Co and Doulton & Watts were awarded a joint award at the Great Exhibition.
	
In 1973 Henry Doulton & Co were awarded Medals of Merit at the Vienna Exhibition.
	
In 1887 Henry was knighted.