Royal Doulton Figurine The Detective HN2359

The Detective (HN2359) was designed by Mary Nicoll and produced by Royal Doulton from 1977 to 1983. This 9.25" intriguing figurine depicts a Victorian or Edwardian-era detective, celebrating the golden age of detective fiction and criminal investigation. The piece belongs to Royal Doulton's Occupational and Literary Characters series.

Mary Nicoll specialized in character and occupational figurines, bringing authenticity to professional portrayals. The Detective showcases her attention to period investigative costume details - the iconic overcoat, hat, and magnifying glass that defined the classic detective image popularized by Sherlock Holmes and Victorian mystery literature. This piece appeals to mystery enthusiasts, law enforcement collectors, Sherlock Holmes fans, and occupational figurine specialists.

This example is in mint condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, or restoration work. All original factory finish preserved with clear backstamp showing HN2359 marking from late 1970s through early 1980s production.

The relatively short 6-year production run makes The Detective less common than many Royal Doulton occupational pieces. Detective and mystery-themed figurines hold strong crossover appeal beyond traditional Royal Doulton collectors, attracting mystery novel enthusiasts, law enforcement professionals, and fans of classic detective fiction.

Perfect for mystery enthusiasts, Sherlock Holmes fans, law enforcement collectors, or Mary Nicoll design specialists. Strong appeal among detective fiction readers and mystery genre collectors. Fully insured shipping across Canada with tracking.