Royal Doulton The Mask Seller Figurine HN2103

This is a vintage Royal Doulton porcelain figurine titled 'The Mask Seller' (HN2103), designed by Leslie Harradine. The figure stands approximately 8.25 inches tall and is crafted from fine bone china with a high-gloss glazed finish. It depicts a male street vendor wearing a wide-brimmed black hat with a white feather, a long teal or dark green cloak, and orange trousers. The central focus is the collection of diverse, expressive masks in yellow, green, and tan hues hanging from his waist. He is shown holding a wooden recorder or pipe to his mouth. The base is an organic, rocky shape in mottled brown and green tones. The craftsmanship is indicative of mid-20th-century English pottery, specifically the 1953-1988 production period. The condition appears to be excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or crazing, maintaining vibrant color saturation and a reflective surface. The modeling is intricate, particularly the detailed facial expressions on both the seller and the individual masks he carries. Genuine versions feature the Royal Doulton lion and crown backstamp on the underside of the base.