Aluminia Christmas plate 1908 large

Aluminia Christmas plate 1908 large combines the Christmas story, Danish ceramic tradition and the special richness of color that characterizes the early Aluminia faience plates. The motif shows a classic Christmas scene with Mary and the child at the center, Joseph beside them and the stable animals close around them. Above the scene the star shines brightly, while a dark blue cloud forms a contrast to the golden rays. At the bottom stands the visible inscription Jul 1908, which gives the plate both identity and historical presence.

This year belongs to the series of the large Aluminia Christmas plates, which were produced in the period 1904 to 1938. 1908 is thus an early release from the series' first years, and this is felt in the strong, narrative expression. Where many Danish Christmas plates are often associated with blue-white tones, Aluminia stands out with a more painterly and warm palette. Here deep cobalt blue nuances, brown and golden details as well as a light field are seen, which brings out the relief motif.

The composition is both simple and effective. The Holy Family is placed under a roof, which gathers the scene and creates a feeling of shelter and calm, while cow and donkey add life and closeness to the motif. The hand-painted flowers and ornaments in the frame give the plate a decorative expression, which makes it suitable both as a collector's item and as atmospheric wall decoration at Christmas time.

That the plate is made of faience is an important part of its character. The material gives the relief, colors and glaze a soft and lively surface, which suits the historical motif beautifully. On older Aluminia faience, fine crackling in the glaze may occur as a natural part of age and production, and this is precisely what helps emphasize the authenticity of older ceramics with history.

A Christmas plate like this adds personality and cultural-historical depth to the home. It can hang alone as a distinctive December motif or be included together with other years in a collection, where the development in Aluminia's Christmas plates becomes part of the story. For many, it is also a meaningful way to choose older quality design with soul rather than new production.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Aluminia
Series: Large Aluminia Christmas plates
Year: 1908
Material: Faience
Inscription: Jul 1908
Hanging: Two holes on the back for hanging