Esmeralda HN2168, Royal Doulton Figurine DB104 Nicoll's musicians achieve something more

Nicoll's musicians achieve something more elusive — a genuine sense of interiority

Burslem Quality: Doulton Burslem (as opposed to Lambeth) specialized in fine bone china and decorative porcelain

Production years : 1953 to 1973

The 1924–1938 production window is among the most desirable in the HN range

Pricing reflects RDICC exclusive status and flambe collectibility

Esmeralda HN2168, Royal Doulton Figurine DB104 Nicoll's musicians achieve something moreEsmeralda (HN2168) was designed by Peggy Davies and issued by Royal Doulton from 1956 to 1959, standing 5. 5 inches tall. The figure presents a young woman in a light pastel dress with a rich red wrap draped over her shoulders and arms, the contrast of colours characteristic of Davies at her most elegant. A small bird accompanies the figure, adding a delicate naturalistic touch that lifts the composition beyond a simple lady study into something with