There is possibly in a hairline crack or repair at the base or possibly a factory flaw as the glaze seems to go over - see photos.
Royal Doulton Porcelain Figure - Miniature Street Vendors - The Orange Lady
Royal Doulton Staffordshire Figure "The Homecoming" HN3295 Limited Edition
Royal Doulton 2000 Figure of the Year Rachel HN3976
Royal Doulton, Darling figure,ready for bedtime child reduced
Coalport Royal Doulton Golfer Figure Funny Gift Idea
ROYAL DOULTON DARLING FIGURE
