Asian Statues - Emperor and Empress Set (2 Pieces)

Two statues (doubtful to be bookends) appear to be hand carved.  There are two asisan characters below their feet on the front (unsure what the characters mean) that are the same, so I doubt it says "king and queen" or anything of that nature.  Both words appear to be handwritten because there are apparent differences.  The "Emperor" is wearing a hat with a ball on top, sporting a traditional goatee - sitting on a throne covered with dragons and flowers.  He's holding a long set of beads in his left hand.  His garments are covered in dragons.  It also appears he's wearing some type of cape.  The "Empress" wears the same style hat with the ball on top and a long set of beads.  Instead of dragons, her throne is covered with Eagles and flowers and her dress is covered in flowers.  She holds a feather in her right hand.  Both statues have the same carving on the back "PAT."