Lot 131: Royal Doulton Figurine of the Year 1997 Jessica HN 3850

A Royal Doulton bone china figurine titled Jessica, reference HN 3850, designated as the Figure of the Year for 1997. The hand-painted figure depicts a woman in a strapless lavender and pink gown featuring green floral accents and a large bow at the hip. The figure is accessorised with a pearl-style necklace and a green bow in her dark brown hair. The underside bears the official Royal Doulton backstamp, stating it was modelled by Nada M. Pedley, alongside a commemorative mark for the Sir Henry Doulton centenary (1897-1997). The lot includes the original branded blue presentation box.