19th Century Meissen Porcelain Figurines – The Four SeasonsA fine 19th-century set of Meissen porcelain figurines representing the Four Seasons, after mid-18th century models by Friedrich Elias Meyer. Each figure is beautifully hand-painted and stands on a scroll-moulded base with gilt accents, depicting the classical attributes of Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.Spring is shown as a maiden holding a garland of flowers; Summer carries a wheatsheaf and sickle; Autumn takes the form of a Bacchanalian youth with grapes and a goblet; and Winter is a bearded man cloaked in fur, warming beside a flaming urn. Each piece bears the underglaze blue crossed swords mark of the Meissen factory, along with impressed model numbers and painter’s marks to the base.Dimensions:Heights range from 19 cm to 20.5 cm (7 1/2 in to 8 in)Condition:Good condition overall. Some restoration and minor losses as follows: Spring with restoration to the garland and one arm; Summer with repair ...