King of Bavaria (1845-1886) known as the 'Swan King' or 'Fairy Tale King,' whose extravagant tastes led him to commission lavish artworks and architecture, including Neuschwanstein Castle, the basis for Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle. Rare 4.25 x 6.75 cabinet portrait of the youthful King Ludwig II by Joseph Albert of Munich, boldly and prominently signed on the reverse in ink, "Ludwig." In fine condition.
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