Bing & Grøndahl Christmas Plate 1965 In the Forest before Christmas

Bing & Grøndahl Christmas plate 1965 with the title In the Forest before Christmas captures a quiet and atmospheric side of the Danish Christmas story. Henry Thelander has created a motif where the calm of winter and the anticipation of Christmas meet in the classic blue-and-white decoration that has made these Christmas plates beloved through generations.

On this edition, a roe deer and its calf stand in the foreground among the snow-covered fir trees, while people can be glimpsed farther back in the forest. It is precisely the interplay between the animals and the people that makes the motif come alive. In the Forest before Christmas tells not only of the trip out to fetch the Christmas tree or prepare for the holiday, but also of that special December atmosphere, where nature, tradition, and family are woven together. The year 1965 is visible at the bottom of the motif and anchors the plate in its own edition.

It is a Christmas plate with both narrative and depth. The darker silhouettes of the roe deer against the bright winter forest create a beautiful contrast, and the motif contains a fine balance between the intimate and the enchanting. Henry Thelander's style makes the scene easy to read, yet at the same time rich in detail, so that you feel like looking more closely at it again and again.

Bing & Grøndahl's series began in 1895 and was the world's first Christmas plate series. Since 1895, a new plate has been issued every year, which makes each individual edition part of a long and tradition-rich collector's history. Each edition was produced in a limited number, and after the year's final firing, the mold was destroyed. Therefore, the 1965 edition stands as a completed release with its very own place in the series.

As this Christmas plate is from 1905 onward, it can not only be hung up as Christmas decoration, but also be used as a smaller plate. It is ideal for, for example, cake or dessert in December, but can just as well be brought out during the rest of the year if you are fond of classic Danish porcelain with history. Older porcelain like this adds personality to the home and is at the same time a beautiful way to give enduring craftsmanship new life.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Bing & Grøndahl
Artist: Henry Thelander
Series: Christmas Plate
Edition: 1965
Material: Porcelain
Dimensions: Ø 18 cm
Hanging: Two holes on the back for hanging