Rockwell Heritage Collection Appraisal

The Music Maker Plate by Norman Rockwell (Rockwell Heritage Collection)

This item is a collector's plate, specifically the 'The Music Maker' plate, which is the fifth installment in the 'Rockwell Heritage Collection'. It is a limited edition piece, with this particular plate bearing the production number 7012E. The plate was manufactured by Edwin M. Knowles, a company established in 1854 and known for producing fine china. The manufacturing process was completed, and the limited edition permanently closed in 1981, indicating its vintage status. The plate is certified as a 'True Rockwell Classic' by the Rockwell Society of America, affirming its authenticity and artistic lineage to Norman Rockwell's work. It has a visible copyright mark 'R.S. OF A 1981 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED' and a Bradex Number '84-R70-3.5', which is a standardized identification system for collector plates. The plate is made of fine china, as indicated by the Knowles backstamp. While the front imagery is not visible, the reverse is a clean, off-white ceramic surface. The text on the back is in black, clear, and appears to be underglaze, ensuring its permanence. There is a red circular stamp, likely the official seal of the Rockwell Society of America, which is partially visible. The overall condition appears excellent, with no immediate signs of chips, cracks, or significant wear visible from the reverse side.