{"product_id":"antique-cupid-figurine-w-wheelbarrow-german-porcelain-match-holder-spm-see-pics","title":"Antique Cupid Figurine w Wheelbarrow German Porcelain Match Holder SPM see pics","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is in an antique condition. There is a visible crack on the figure's body, head, but it is still solid.  There are some minor chips on the flowers. This piece is being sold as-is, ideal for a collector who appreciates a piece with historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherub\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-color\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schierholz \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figurine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Angels,German\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1850-1899\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Art Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a charming and rare antique porcelain figurine of Cupid, or a cherub, pushing a decorated wheelbarrow. The figure is hand-painted with delicate details, including pink drapery, blue straps, and gilded wings. The wheelbarrow is adorned with molded and painted floral garlands, and the base features green leaves and a red ribbon, suggesting a garden or pastoral scene. The wheelbarrow likely served as a match holder or a small decorative pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 5.5 inches tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/b\u003e The base has an impressed mark \"SPM,\" which is a known mark for a number of European porcelain manufacturers. This mark is often associated with the German company, Schierholz \u0026amp; Co. (Plaue Porcelain Manufactory), though it has been used by others as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: I\u003c\/strong\u003et is in an antique condition. There is a visible crack on the figure's body, head, but it is still solid.  There are some minor chips on the flowers. This piece is being sold as-is, ideal for a collector who appreciates a piece with historical character.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis type of figurine was popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly from German porcelain factories. The \"SPM\" mark is commonly associated with Schierholz \u0026amp; Co. of Plaue, Thuringia, Germany, which was a prolific manufacturer of high-quality decorative porcelain. Figurines of cherubs and Cupids were a common motif, often used for allegorical or romantic themes. The design of a figurine holding or pushing an object like a wheelbarrow, basket, or cornucopia, was a popular form for creating functional yet decorative items, such as match holders for display on a mantelpiece or desk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schierholz \u0026 Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52845909737819,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_f52977b5-f473-4cb1-a643-41bcae071afa.png?v=1776762480","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/antique-cupid-figurine-w-wheelbarrow-german-porcelain-match-holder-spm-see-pics","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}