Royal Doulton Figurine 9th Day of Christmas HN5410 Animals Officer of the Line showcases

Officer of the Line showcases his skill at capturing military bearing and period detail in these nautical character studies

Eleanor Gwyn was an English stage actress and celebrity figure of the Restoration period

The piece belongs to Royal Doulton's Pretty Ladies collection

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The figure draws on a long Royal Doulton tradition of depicting this quintessentially British ritual

Royal Doulton Figurine 9th Day of Christmas HN5410 Animals Officer of the Line showcasesThe 9th Day of Christmas (HN5410) was designed by Nada Pedley and produced by Royal Doulton from 20112012. Standing 6. 75 inches (17. 2 cm) tall, this petite figurine is part of the complete Twelve Days of Christmas series inspired by the traditional Victorian carol. The lady is portrayed joyfully caroling, holding a decorative songbook as she recites the verse: "Nine Ladies Dancing." She wears a white dress with delicate pink trim and ornamental hand