Bing & Grøndahl Christmas anniversary plate 1930 The old organist

Bing & Grøndahl Christmas anniversary plate 1930 with the motif The old organist is an atmospheric anniversary edition, marking the 35th year of the world's first Christmas plate from 1895. Precisely for this reason, this plate holds both a special place in the series and a strong connection to Bing & Grøndahl's Christmas tradition. The current title 1895-1930 Bing & Grøndahl 5 years Christmas anniversary plate points directly to the historical occasion, but it is the motif that makes this year particularly memorable.

The motif originates from Bing & Grøndahl's Christmas plate 1910 and shows The old organist in a church interior, seated at the organ with his back turned to the viewer. The tall organ pipes rise monumentally in front of him, while the light from the high window to the left creates a calm and devotional atmosphere. The scene is simple, but full of presence. One can almost sense the silence in the church and the special anticipation that belongs to Christmas Eve. At the bottom of the plate, the engraved text 1895 JULE AFTEN 1930 can be seen, emphasizing the connection between the first Christmas plate and the anniversary year.

That the motif was selected again for the anniversary plate in 1930 says something about its impact. The old organist gathers much of what makes the classic Bing & Grøndahl plates so beloved: the blue underglaze, the narrative composition, and the warm Danish Christmas atmosphere. The design is executed by C. Ersgaard, and the motif balances nicely between solemnity, tradition, and everyday poetry.

The anniversary plates were issued every fifth year from 1915, and this edition is at the same time larger than the regular Christmas plates. With a diameter of 23 cm, it is suitable both for hanging and for use on the table. It works beautifully as part of a wall display with other year plates, but can also be used as a plate for lunch, Christmas lunch, or servings where one would like to add history and character to the table setting.

For collectors and for those who appreciate porcelain with soul, this 1930 anniversary plate is a fine example of how classic craftsmanship and cultural history can live on in a modern home. Older porcelain like this is made to last, and it makes good sense to let it have new life as both a useful object and decoration.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Designer: C. Ersgaard
Series: 5 years Christmas anniversary plates
Year: 1930
Motif: The old organist
Original motif from Christmas plate: 1910
Dimensions: Ø 23 cm
Hanging: Two holes on the back for hanging
Dishwasher safe: Yes