{"product_id":"the-auctioneer-royal-doulton-figurine-hn2988-1986-collectors-club-9","title":"\"The Auctioneer\" Royal Doulton Figurine HN2988 - 1986 Collectors Club (9\")","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoing Once, Going Twice, Sold!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a wonderful touch of lively charm and spectacular English artistry to your display with this highly sought-after \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Doulton\u003c\/strong\u003e figurine, \u003cem\u003e\"The Auctioneer\"\u003c\/em\u003e (Model HN2988)! Hand-crafted in England and issued exclusively for the Royal Doulton International Collectors Club in 1986.  Designed by Robert Tabbenor, this superb vintage piece features a sharply dressed auctioneer standing at his wooden podium, gavel in hand, as he takes bids on a tiny, highly detailed character jug. 🔨👨🏻💼🏺✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExquisite Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measuring an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e9\" tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, this substantial figure is a magnificent showcase of Royal Doulton's famed dedication to character craftsmanship. The meticulous hand-painted brushstrokes on his smart black jacket and yellow vest, the expertly sculpted texture of the wooden podium featuring the \"Grand Royal Doulton Auction\" poster, the incredible detail of the miniature Red Haired Clown jug he is holding, and the wonderfully rich, glossy fired finish highlight incredible English artistry! As seen in the pictures, it is in \u003cstrong\u003eEXCELLENT condition\u003c\/strong\u003e with absolutely no chips, cracks, crazing, or professional repairs. ✨ Proudly display this commanding figure safely nestled on a richly stained mahogany home office desk, or as a fantastic conversation piece on a dimly lit home library bookshelf!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"100% Satisfaction \u0026amp; Authenticity Guarantee\" href=\"\/pages\/100-satisfaction-guaranteed-on-every-order\"\u003e100% Satisfaction \u0026amp; Authenticity Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Doulton (England)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e HN2988\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Auctioneer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIssued:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1986 (International Collectors Club Exclusive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 9\" Height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auctioneer at a Podium Selling a Miniature Character Jug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine English Bone China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent Condition (No chips, cracks, crazing, or repairs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in England\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion Pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to expand your gallery of legendary faces and fun figures? 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