Royal Doulton Figurine 4th Day of Christmas HN5171 Royal Doulton and those who simply appreciate

and those who simply appreciate that Royal Doulton could make something this quietly funny and this observationally sharp within the HN range

This is precisely the kind of figure that surfaces once and doesn't come around again

standing 5 inches tall and capturing the mare in an exceptional recumbent pose

Character figurines celebrating pub culture remain particularly popular in British Commonwealth countries and among collectors of traditional English social themes

Royal Doulton Figurine 4th Day of Christmas HN5171 Royal Doulton and those who simply appreciateThe 4th Day of Christmas (HN5171) was designed by Nada Pedley and produced by Royal Doulton from 20082010. 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: "Four Calling Birds." She wears a flowing white dress with vivid red fur trim and festive