Depicts the Saint and subject of the popular Christmas Carol.Modeled as the Medieval European ruler carrying a lantern and Yule logs through the snow, Good King Wenceslas depicts the subject of the popular 19th century Christmas carol, which tells a story of a Bohemian king braving harsh winter weather to give alms to a poor peasant on the Feast of Stephen (December 26, the Second Day of Christmas). The carol first appeared in 1853. Wenceslas was considered a saint immediately after his death in the 10th century, and he had a powerful influence on the Middle Ages conceptualization of the "righteous king"�a monarch whose power stems from his great piety and his princely vigor. Orange, blue, brown, and tan colorway. Stamped GOOD KING WENCESLAS ROYAL DOULTON ENGLAND, other marks. Artist: Peggy Davies Issued: 1952 Dimensions: 9.5"H Manufacturer: Royal Doulton Country of Origin: England Condition Overall good