1980s Royal Doulton Lalia Rookh China Tea Clipper Ships Figurehead Figurine With Pedestal #99

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This marvelous Royal Doulton figurehead figurine of the ship Lalia Rookh this created in gorgeous white porcelain and is hand-painted … more This marvelous Royal Doulton figurehead figurine of the ship Lalia Rookh this created in gorgeous white porcelain and is hand-painted in green, brown, salmon with gold embellishments. Figureheads graced the early seafaring ships in many forms and this one belongs to the Lalia Rookh, a British China Tea Clipper ship that was in service from 1856-1873. This fabulous figurehead was sold in limited additions of 950 and this one is No. 99, originally designed by S. Keenan. The backstamp reads: Royal Doulton Tableware Ltd. 1980. HN 2910. Figureheads Lalia Rookh, China Tea Clipper, 1856-1873. In a limited addition of 950. No. 99. Signed with initials JP. Measurements for this fabulous creation are: Height from top to bottom=8 inches, Width=3-1/4 inches, Depth front to back=3-1/2 inches. This marvelous Royal Doulton figurehead has been well cared for, gently displayed and is in excellent vintage condition, free from chips, cracks or other imperfections. The pedestal is also in excellent condition. It is the perfect addition to your maritime collection, particularly if you admire figureheads. less