Sunflower Girl Plate Appraisal

Ettore 'Ted' DeGrazia 'Sunflower Girl' Collector Plate

This is a vintage fine porcelain collector plate from the 'Children of the Sun' series by the renowned Southwestern artist Ettore 'Ted' DeGrazia. The plate measures approximately 10.25 inches in diameter and features a central motif of a young girl with dark hair and a floral crown, rendered in DeGrazia's signature impressionistic, ethereal style. The color palette is vibrant, utilizing sun-drenched yellows, sky blues, and soft pinks, typical of the artist's desert-inspired aesthetic. The artwork is characterized by fluid, gestural brushstrokes that create a sense of movement and spiritual innocence. The plate is signed 'DeGrazia' on the lower right front. This specific piece was produced in collaboration with 'Artists of the World' likely during the late 1970s or early 1980s. The porcelain shows a smooth, glossy finish with no visible crazing or significant surface scratches. The plate is currently held by three metal spring-clip display hangers; while functional, these can sometimes cause minor abrasions to the rim over time, though none are immediately evident from the frontal view. The overall condition appears excellent, with the colors remaining saturated and free from fading. The plate is shown with its original branded shipping/storage box, which adds provenance and enhances its value to serious collectors of Southwestern Americana and mid-century art plates.