Royal Doulton Figurine Magic Dragon HN2977 limited edition capturing a serene moment of

capturing a serene moment of quiet reflection and creative thought

a Christmas tree and wrapped presents completing the scene

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It is one of those pieces that appears modest at first and reveals more the longer you look — which is precisely the quality that makes it hold its value

Royal Doulton Figurine Magic Dragon HN2977 limited edition capturing a serene moment ofMagic Dragon (HN2977) was modelled by Adrian Hughes and issued by Royal Doulton from 1983 to 1986, standing 4. 75 inches tall as part of the Enchantment Collection. Rendered in cream ivory bone china, the piece presents a compact, whimsical dragon with the characteristic charm Hughes brought to the Enchantment range a creature more delightfully fantastical than fearsome, at home in a world of fairy tales rather than epic mythology. The Enchantment