Charles Wysocki 'Catnapping' Collector Plate

This is a circular porcelain collector plate featuring the artwork 'Catnapping' by the renowned Americana artist Charles Wysocki. The scene depicts a cozy, rustic hearth where two cats—one orange tabby and one brown tabby—are curled up together asleep on a patterned rug in front of a roaring stone fireplace. The composition is rich with domestic details including log piles, fireplace tools, a bellows, and a checkered pillow. The palette is dominated by warm earth tones, fiery oranges, and deep browns, characteristic of Wysocki’s folk-art style. The plate is constructed from fine porcelain with a smooth, glazed finish and typically measures approximately 8 inches in diameter. The artwork is applied via high-quality lithograph transfer, covering the entire top surface up to a thin gold-tone rim. Based on similar releases from The Bradford Exchange, this item likely dates to the 1990s. The Condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or crazing, and the colors remain vibrant with no significant fading. The craftsmanship reflects the mass-produced but high-standard quality of 20th-century commemorative dinnerware designed for display rather than functional use. The reverse of the plate would typically feature a unique firing number and information regarding the limited edition series.