A GERMAN HANDPAINTED PORCELAIN PLAQUE OF A MAIDEN BEAUTY, TITLED "SEHNSUCHT," SIGNED "Wagner," IMPRESSED NUMBERS 107, LATE 19TH/ EARLY 20TH CENTURY, of rectangular form and centering a love smitten maiden with long wavy chestnut brown hair, wearing a pink floral garland and a rose colored gown, while standing amidst neoclassical architecture and gazing with a dreamy longing expression, signed lower right, reversing to impressed numbers and illegible maker's mark, red ink inscription, "Sehnsucht / Bisson," within an elaborate gilt wood frame. Height: 6" Width: 4"

Good condition, some light surface buildup. Finely painted. "Sehnsucht" translates to "longing." Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."