Royal Doulton Figurine Primrose HN3710

Royal Doulton figurine Primrose HN3710 designed by Valerie Annand, produced from 1996 to 1998. Standing 9 inches tall, this exquisite Pretty Lady from the Flowers of Love Collection is adorned in an elaborate Victorian costume featuring yellow and pink coloring, complete with flounced skirts, ruffled petticoats, and an ornate hat. The figurine embodies the Victorian language of flowers tradition, where primrose symbolizes young love—a romantic sentiment captured beautifully in Annand's graceful modeling and attention to period costume detail.

Valerie Annand was one of Royal Doulton's most celebrated and collected designers, creating figurines for over 20 years that revolutionized the company's approach to Pretty Ladies. Born in Glasgow, this self-taught artist developed a highly recognizable style characterized by elaborate Victorian and Edwardian fashions decorated with beads, ribbons, and dramatic movement. The Flowers of Love Collection reflects the mood of Victorian England, when men and women used gifts of flowers to express emotions and passions that could never be spoken aloud. Each figurine in the series was inspired by the symbolic meanings found in the Victorian language of flowers, with elaborate costumes and millinery that showcase Annand's fantasy of ruffles and attention to period authenticity.

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 HN3710 marking.

With an extremely brief two-year production run from 1996 to 1998, Primrose represents one of the scarcest figurines in the Flowers of Love Collection. The short production period combined with Valerie Annand's exceptional artistry and the romantic Victorian theme make this a highly desirable piece among collectors. Annand's figurines are known for their elaborate detail and graceful poses, qualities that distinguish her work and have made her one of the most sought-after Royal Doulton designers. The Flowers of Love series appeals to collectors who appreciate both Victorian romanticism and superior craftsmanship in period costume design.

Perfect for Valerie Annand collectors, Flowers of Love series enthusiasts, collectors seeking rare short-production figurines, and those who appreciate elaborate Victorian-inspired Pretty Ladies with romantic themes and exceptional period costume detail. Fully insured shipping across Canada with tracking.