Two Meissen Porcelain Figures

Description:

Two Meissen Porcelain Figures, Germany, 19th century, each polychrome enamel decorated and with gilt trim, a barefoot traveler holding his hat and smelling a flower, ht. 5 1/8; and a man holding a carrier pigeon with a sheep by his side, ht. 7 1/4 in.; crossed swords marks.
Estimate $500-700

Each with first quality mark. Traveler in very good condition throughout. Man with pigeon restored to hat brim, finger on lower hand, ear to sheep; slight flake along footrim.


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