Rare display piece in high-white porcelain with 22k gold accents.Known as 'The Advertising Lion', this large Burslem-designed statuary figure- featuring a triumphant lion abaft a large gilded shield- was only provided to the largest and most prestigious of Royal Doulton dealers throughout the world at the time. One of only 10 examples known to exist, including the model still held by Harrod's of London, The Advertising Lion has become a highly sought-after collector's piece. Rendered in Bone china, with ROYAL DOULTON  marked prominently in 22k gold on the shield, in the style of the logo developed after Doulton receiving their Royal warrant in 1901. Issued: 1950s Dimensions: 19"H x 15"W Manufacturer: Royal Doulton Country of Origin: England