A Little Mystery

Could you help me with something?
A few months ago, Husby and I purchased a secretary.
Now before you get worried, it was the kind that is beautifully crafted of wood.

See?

We purchased it in an antique store just outside of Courtenay, British Columbia.
Husby dragged out his oils and rags and other paraphernalia and got to work.
Refinishing.
But that isn't why we need the help.
That part comes now . . .
While Husby was busily taking apart and putting together, he discovered, trapped in a far cranny, this:

Don't they look happy?

Now comes the help part.

Anyone recognize them?

I'd love to discover the story!

If I don't find the real tale, I'm going to have to create one.

And, let's face it, the created probably won't be anywhere near the actual.

Just sayin'.

So, pass it along!