Christmas Plate Appraisal

Christmas Tree Decorating Scene Collector Plate

This is a circular decorative plate, likely made of ceramic or porcelain, featuring a detailed transfer-printed illustration of a Christmas-themed scene. The plate has a light beige or cream background, and the central image depicts two children and two dogs decorating a Christmas tree. One boy, dressed in a brown suit, stands on a chair to place a golden star atop the tree, while a girl in a red dress assists with hanging ornaments and garlands. Two dogs, one primarily white with brown spots and the other mostly brown, are seated watching the activity. The dogs appear to be a Springer Spaniel type. The floor is depicted as wooden planks with a red braided rug beneath the tree. A woven basket filled with what appear to be ornaments is visible on the rug. The artistic style of the illustration suggests an early to mid-20th-century aesthetic, possibly inspired by classic illustrators such as Norman Rockwell. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious chips, cracks, or significant abrasions visible on the front surface, although there might be some minor surface wear or dust as suggested by the varied sheen. The colors are well-preserved, showing good vibrancy. A faint inscription or signature appears at the bottom center of the illustration, though it is not clearly legible from the provided image, likely indicating the artist or copyright information. The quality of the printing suggests mass production, typical of collectible plates. The rim of the plate has a slight raised edge. No significant manufacturing details are clearly discernible beyond the illustration.