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Based on the visual evidence, These are a lovely pair of Samson of Paris porcelain figures, likely created in the late 19th century
Maker: Edmé Samson et Cie, a famous Parisian factory established in 1845
Style: These figures are modelled in the 18th-century "Derby" or "Chelsea" style
Samson was well-known for producing high-quality reproductions of famous 18th-century porcelain from manufacturers like Meissen, Chelsea, and Derby.
Subject: The pair typically depicts a gallant and his companion or "pastoral musicians". The male figure is shown playing a hurdy-gurdy, a stringed instrument
Markings: Authentic pieces from this period often bear "pseudo" marks, such as a gold anchor (mimicking Chelsea) or red marks (mimicking Derby), intended as a tribute to the original 18th-century designs ~ these have the Pseudo marks of the crosses swords
Beautiful made
Each figure measures approximately 9" inches high