Beswick Lying Shire Mare in Grey Gloss Model 2459 pretty ladies Skater (HN2117) was designed by

Skater (HN2117) was designed by Margaret Davies and produced by Royal Doulton from 1953 to 1971

maintaining elegant proportions and refined costume detail despite reduced size

Early HN numbers (under 1000) command premium prices due to their age and association with Leslie Harradine's pioneering designs

Royal Doulton Bunnykins Day Trip (DB260)

Each figurine was meticulously modeled to capture not only the physical perfection of these champion dogs but also their individual character and presence

Beswick Lying Shire Mare in Grey Gloss Model 2459 pretty ladies Skater (HN2117) was designed byBeswick Lying Shire Mare Model 2459 in Grey Gloss is one of the rarest and most distinctive shire studies ever produced by the Beswick factory, standing 5 inches tall and capturing the mare in an exceptional recumbent pose. Produced from 1973 to 1976 only, the mere three year production window combined with the uncommon Grey Gloss colourway makes this an outstanding find for serious collectors of Beswick ceramic horse figures.