Beautiful Mid-Century Asian-inspired man and woman ceramic figures, postwar era (late 1940s).
Handmade, likely California, marked “Altone”, signed “Nadine” and dated ’48/’49.
These types of statues were stylish to own in the ‘50s, as they were popularized by similar statues seen on the television show I Love Lucy. These predate I Love Lucy, which first aired in October of 1951.
See markings at the bottom of each figure. In great condition. The larger of the two is almost 18” tall.
If you see this posting, they are still available.