Lot 383: 2 Meissen Porcelain Figures, Men with Carrier Pigeon, Eggs

1st item:  Meissen porcelain figure depicting a boy holding a nest full of eggs in a tricorn hat, wearing a blue coat with gilt buttons and trim, and a striped sash around his waist.  Standing on a circular, naturalistic base and leaning on a small tree stump.  Blue hallmark and incised number on bottom: F 68 197.   7 1/2 in H x 3 in W.  2nd item:  Meissen porcelain figure depicting a young man in a tricorn hat, wearing a lavender coat with purple bows, and a striped gilt sash around his waist.  Holding a carrier pigeon with a letter, standing beside a lamb.  Standing on a circular, naturalistic base and leaning on a tree stump. Blue hallmark and incised number on bottom: F 73 36. 7 3/4 H x 3 1/2 in W. Both figures 19th century.

PROVENANCE: The estate of James Drury, Lombard, Illinois.

CONDITION: Both are in overall very good condition.