A pair of Meissen figures of a seated elegant couple, late 19th century After the models of 1769 by M.V. Acier, the gentleman reading a book, a sword worn to his left side and his hat under his arm; the lady holding a spindle, on gilt-edged, pierced scrollwork bases, 12.5cm high, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, incised model number C.28 to both, the lady with painter's numeral 19. in red, impressed 62 to both (2) Footnotes: Offered in support of Barbara Ward Children's Foundation Provenance: Barbara Ward Collection For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing