Amy Brackenbury Plate Appraisal

'Kittens and Mittens: Silver Tabbies' Collector Plate by Amy Brackenbury

This is a circular porcelain collector plate titled 'Silver Tabbies,' which is part of the 'Kittens and Mittens' collection. The plate features a detailed, realistic artistic illustration by Amy Brackenbury, whose signature is visible at the bottom. The artwork depicts three silver tabby kittens playing in a snowy outdoor scene under pine branches; two of the kittens are playfully interacting with red knitted mittens. The color palette is dominated by cool whites, grays, and blacks, contrasted with the warm red of the mittens. The plate appears to have a high-gloss finish typical of fine bone china or porcelain fired with a clear glaze. Based on the accompanying documentation, this item was produced by the Edwin M. Knowles China Company and sponsored by the Cat Fanciers' Federation. It likely dates to the late 1980s or early 1990s, when animal-themed collector plates were highly popular. The item is shown in its original protective Styrofoam packaging with its certificate of authenticity or descriptive insert, suggesting it is in 'as-new' or excellent vintage condition with no visible chips, cracks, or crazing.