Vintage German Porcelain Butterfly Figurine | Hand Painted Miniature Decor
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Vintage hand-painted German porcelain butterfly figurine in red, white, and gold—a delicate miniature collectible for shelves, curio cabinets, or gifts.
Details
• Item: Hand-painted porcelain butterfly figurine
• Maker: Most likely Metzler & Ortloff, marked Germany for export
• Era: Likely 1930s–1960s
• Material: Porcelain
• Measurements: Approx. 2 inches tall x 2 5/8 inches wide
Style note
• Color palette: White porcelain with rich red detailing, warm gold accents, and fine black line work
• Design: Open-wing butterfly form with stylized eye motifs, scalloped wing edges, and gold-trimmed contours
• Finish: Glossy glazed porcelain with hand-painted decoration
• Style notes: Elegant mid-century European decorative porcelain with a delicate cabinet display feel
• Visual appeal: Small but striking, with crisp contrast between the white body and the red-and-gold wing patterning
Suggested uses: Curio cabinet display, vanity decor, spring shelf styling, butterfly collection, cottage or romantic decor accent
Condition
This figurine is in good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear visible on close inspection.
• Gilt loss and rubbing are visible along the wing edges and some raised details
• Light surface wear and minor paint wear are present, especially around the gold decoration
• The underside shows shelf wear, light discoloration, and age-related grime/residue
• A tiny dark line is visible on the base rim/underside area in the photo; from the images alone, I cannot confirm whether this is a glaze line, surface mark, or hairline, so I’m leaving that point neutral rather than guessing
• No obvious large chips or major structural breaks are visible in the provided photos
Overall, it displays beautifully with strong color and a delicate decorative presence
✨ Collector’s Notes
Small German porcelain animal figurines have long been loved for their detailed hand-painting and refined display quality. This butterfly has especially pretty color contrast and a graceful silhouette that makes it an appealing cabinet or shelf collectible.
A charming little piece for someone who loves butterflies, porcelain, or old-world decorative details.
Please review all photos closely—they’re part of the description and show the exact item you’ll receive
If you collect German porcelain from makers like Metzler and Ortloff, this hand-painted butterfly has red, white, and gold wing detail at about 2 inches tall. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.
- Near Fine: Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.
- Very Good: Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.
- Good: Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.
- Fair: Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.
Every item is honestly described and carefully packed. These are vintage pieces, so light age-related wear comes with them. I show and describe what I see so you know what to expect.
If your order arrives damaged or materially different from the listing, contact me within 7 days of delivery and I will make it right.
Returns must be sent back within 30 days of purchase, in the same condition received. I inspect each return against the original photos and description.
Approved refunds go back to your original payment method, and credit card refunds can take 5 to 10 business days to appear.
Not eligible for a refund: requests made more than 30 days after purchase, items returned damaged, or items returned in different condition than received.
Postage due on a return is deducted from the refund.
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- Photo-verified condition, no surprises
- Packed with care. Glass and fragile pieces get extra cushioning
- Ships in 2 business days
- Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)
Questions buyers ask
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Every listing spells it out and shows it in photos. Chips, hairlines, crazing, worn plating, old repairs. If I did not mention it, it is not there.
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Yes. Every photo is the actual piece, taken by me. When it sells, it is gone.
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I note maker, mark, era, and measurements when I can confirm them, and say so plainly when I cannot. Unmarked pieces get dated by what the piece itself shows.
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I process order within 2 business days, wrapped and boxed so it arrives the way it left here. Don't forget, free shipping on orders $35 and up.
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