Royal Doulton Figurine Madonna of the Square HN1968

Royal Doulton figurine Madonna of the Square HN1968 designed by Phoebe Stabler, produced from 1941 to 1949. Standing 7 inches tall and painted in a distinctive green colorway, this touching figure depicts a woman seated beside a basket of colorful flowers, tenderly cradling a baby in her arms. The composition captures both the humble reality of early 20th century London street life and the timeless dignity of motherhood, evoking religious paintings of the Madonna and Child through its reverential pose and emotional warmth.

Phoebe Stabler was a distinguished London sculptor commissioned to provide early models for Royal Doulton's HN figure collection. Madonna of the Square became one of her most popular and enduring designs, with more than a dozen color variations produced over the decades. Stabler based many of her models on Chelsea street vendors, reflecting the early 1900s fascination among British sculptors with idealizing the bohemian lifestyle of street traders. According to the first Royal Doulton figures catalog, this figure was suggested by a woman selling lavender on the pavement of a London square but represents the spirit of motherhood in all times. The HN1968 green version and HN1969 lavender version were both produced during the challenging years of World War II and its aftermath, when such themes of maternal devotion and enduring human dignity resonated deeply with collectors.

This example is in mint condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, or restoration work. All original factory finish and paintwork remain intact with clear backstamp showing HN1968 marking.

With an eight-year production run from 1941 to 1949, this wartime and post-war version of Madonna of the Square represents an important period in Royal Doulton history. The green colorway distinguishes this version from the more commonly seen lavender HN1969, making it particularly sought after by collectors who specialize in Phoebe Stabler designs or complete colorway collections. Early HN figures by Stabler have become increasingly collectible as recognition grows for her pioneering role in establishing Royal Doulton's figurine tradition. The combination of the iconic Madonna of the Square design, the distinctive green coloring, and the historical significance of its production period make this a meaningful addition to any serious Royal Doulton collection.

Perfect for Phoebe Stabler collectors, early HN series enthusiasts, collectors of wartime Royal Doulton production, street vendor themed figurines, colorway specialists, and those who appreciate emotionally resonant depictions of motherhood in ceramic art. Fully insured shipping across Canada with tracking.