Royal Doulton Figurine Organ Grinder HN2173 DB410 The two versions of Masque

The two versions of Masque are distinguished by the hand position

The deep black colourway gives this model an exceptional visual presence that makes it one of the most eye-catching pieces in the entire Beswick horse range

commanding premium prices among serious collectors

legendary characters

achieved through richly applied shot enamels

Royal Doulton Figurine Organ Grinder HN2173 DB410 The two versions of MasqueThe Organ Grinder (HN2173) was designed by Mary Nicoll and issued by Royal Doulton from 1956 to 1965, standing 8. 75 inches tall. The figure presents the street musician with his barrel organ and monkey a pairing that was among the most evocative sights of Victorian and Edwardian London and one of the most characterful subjects in the Street Vendor tradition. Nicoll renders the scene in a rich palette of green, red, blue and brown, the organ grinder