Royal Doulton 'The Old Balloon Seller' HN1315 Porcelain Figurine

This is a vintage fine bone china figurine titled 'The Old Balloon Seller' (HN1315), a classic piece from the Royal Doulton Staffordshire lineage. The figurine depicts an elderly woman seated with a somber, expressive face, wearing a traditional green shawl over a deep reddish-brown dress and a crisp white apron. She holds a black umbrella in her front hand, which rests near her feet. Her head is adorned with a floral-patterned bonnet, and her hair is pulled back, showing high levels of detail in the facial sculpting. The piece is constructed from high-quality bone china with a glossy glazed finish. The craftsmanship is evident in the delicate painting of the floral bonnet and the realistic draping of the garments. Standing approximately 7 to 8 inches tall, the figure is mounted on a simple circular base. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or crazing, maintaining a vibrant color palette. This iconic design by Leslie Harradine was first introduced in 1929 and remains one of the most recognizable figures in English ceramic history, representative of mid-20th-century British collectable art.