Florence Nightingale's 'Athena Owl'. Florence rescued a baby owl in Greece and named it after the Greek Goddess Athena. So domesticated, 'Athena' would eat out of Florence's hand and curtsey after her treats. To commerate 100 years since the death of Florence, Royal Crown Derby is launching a limited edition of 750 'Athena Owls, supplied with numbered certificate. This will be launched on May 22nd at the Visitor Centre in Derby. To reserve your piece by ordering online.
Height 8cm