"Cupid with a Butterfly", German, circa 1892. An exceptionally charming hand-painted porcelain plaque. Image depicts a rosey-cheeked cupid pulling a butterfly off of his arm. A garden fountain serves as his seat and his quiver of arrows lies near by. Verso has KPM mark, a sticker with the number 1797, "Munich, Aug 1892" and "after Bouguereau" (referring to the original 1888 painting by William-Adolphe Bouguereau,)" written in pencil. Plaque measures apprx 6-1/2"W x 9-1/2"L. Frame is ornately carved and gilt. Overall with frame apprx 17"W x 20-1/2"L.
5,000/7,000 Sold $5,750.00
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