Royal Doulton Figurine 3rd Day of Christmas HN5170 Animals Perfect For: Early Royal Doulton

Perfect For: Early Royal Doulton collectors

Nicoll had a talent for catching people in the unguarded instants of daily life — not performing

and with good reason — few images are more immediately recognisable to collectors on both sides of the Atlantic

Miniature Royal Doulton figurines represent a specialized collecting niche

Part of the Pretty Ladies series

Royal Doulton Figurine 3rd Day of Christmas HN5170 Animals Perfect For: Early Royal DoultonThe 3rd Day of Christmas (HN5170) 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: "Three French Hens." She wears a crisp white dress with elegant blue trim at the neck,