Paul Eugene Mengin ( 1853 - 1937 ) was a French painter. Paul Eugene Mengin s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 1972.39 USD for The lute player in 2004 to 12925 USD for Cupid and Psyche Floor Vase in 2006 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.