{"product_id":"royal-doulton-afternoon-tea-hn5498-pretty-ladies-signed-ltd-ed","title":"Royal Doulton Afternoon Tea Figurine HN5498 Pretty Ladies Signed Ltd Ed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eExperience a refined moment of tea-time with the Royal Doulton Afternoon Tea HN5498 Pretty Ladies figurine—a signed, limited edition treasure from Royal Doulton’s beloved Pretty Ladies collection. This 2011 vintage bone china piece captures two Victorian ladies and a playful child gathered around a round table, complete with a teapot, cups, and one lady pouring cream—a quiet scene you’ll want to revisit again and again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Limited Edition 0324\/1500; \u003cstrong\u003eSigned\u003c\/strong\u003e by Michael Doulton; designed by \u003cstrong\u003eNeil Faulkner\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bone china, meticulously hand made and hand decorated for a delicate, museum-grade finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScene\u003c\/strong\u003e: An intimate afternoon tea moment—three figures around a round table with teapot, cups, and a cream pour—exquisitely rendered with attention to the smallest details, from the arms and hands to the teacups and mauve dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9 1\/4 in (23.5 cm) wide • 5 1\/4 in (13 cm) deep • 6 in (15.25 cm) high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Overall very good condition with a minor flaw—a \u003cstrong\u003e6 mm chip \u003c\/strong\u003eunder a ruffle on the front of the mauve dress. (See accompanying photo.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eWhy this piece stands out for collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignificance and scarcity\u003c\/strong\u003e: A genuine \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esigned\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Doulton figure, with a clearly documented serial \u003cstrong\u003e0324\/1500\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a coveted addition to any Pretty Ladies collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtistry and craft\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand-made bone china with expert hand decoration reveals intricate details—from the ladies’ poised gestures to the teapot’s delicate curves, ensuring each viewing offers new discoveries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNarrative display\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Afternoon Tea vignette provides a charming storytelling piece that pairs beautifully with other HN5498 or broader Royal Doulton displays, elevating shelves with a touch of vintage elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDisplay, care, and display-ready tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003ePosition on a stable shelf away from direct sunlight and heat to preserve the paint and glaze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eDust gently with a soft brush or microfiber cloth; avoid soaking or submerging to protect the hand-painted detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eHandle with clean hands and support the base when moving to minimize risk of any additional imperfections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003eThis Royal Doulton \u003cstrong\u003eAfternoon Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e figure is more than a decorative piece—it’s a story you can display, share, and grow with. 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