{"product_id":"antique-cupid-figurine-with-wheelbarrow-german-porcelain-match-holder-spm","title":"Antique Cupid Figurine with Wheelbarrow  German Porcelain Match Holder  SPM","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\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e European\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Angle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e SPM\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figurine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian (1837-1900)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e German\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Art Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1850-1899\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackstamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impressed\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\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 handpainted 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 asis, 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 highquality 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":"SPM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52604822126939,"sku":null,"price":77.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_a221d805-8ca6-4058-9c40-720330579f49.png?v=1773690221","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/antique-cupid-figurine-with-wheelbarrow-german-porcelain-match-holder-spm","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}