Figurine: Royal Doulton, Cleopatra by Charles Noke
Production date
Circa 1890s
Description
One glazed Royal Doulton Vellum ware figurine made by Charles Noke. The figurine is of Cleopatra and is reputed to show the actress Lily Langtry playing the role and is believed to be one of only two surviving examples of this particular figurine.
The glaze is an almost matte and the main colour is ivory/yellow with the clothing coloured in light green and light pink. The piece is signed by Noke on the back of the base. The Royal Doulton symbol is on the base.
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