item details
NameFigurine, New Zealand soldier, WWI ("Digger")
ProductionRoyal Doulton Ltd.; manufacturer(s); 1918-1938; England
Charles Noke; sculptor; 1918; England
Ernest Light; designer; 1918; England
Charles Noke; sculptor; 1918; England
Ernest Light; designer; 1918; England
Classificationfigurines
Materialsceramic
DimensionsOverall: 107mm (width), 295mm (height), 88mm (depth)
Registration NumberGH024151
Credit linePurchased 2013
Overview
This figurine representing a New Zealand soldier of the First World War is one of a series modelled and produced by Royal Doulton towards the end of WWI. The figurines, of an Australian, a British, and a New Zealand soldier, depict soldiers in off-duty situations, but all show a sense of determination in the poses and facial expressions. This reflects Doulton's intention to honour the courage and resolution of rank-and-file British and Anzac troops.