The Fir Tree 1973 Désirée H.C. Andersen Christmas plate

This H.C. Andersen Christmas plate from 1973 brings the fairy tale The Fir Tree to life in the classic blue porcelain style that many collectors and Christmas enthusiasts are fond of. The motif shows the radiant Christmas tree in the middle of the living room, surrounded by children in motion, lights, decorations, and the warm atmosphere that makes this particular fairy tale so beloved. The year 1973 stands clearly on the front and makes the plates easy to identify for both collectors and those seeking a special Christmas plate with history.

The artist behind the motif is Svend Otto S., who with a sure hand has created a lively and narrative scene with fine details and an atmosphere of Christmas joy, anticipation, and the fairy-tale world of childhood. All plates in the H.C. Andersen series are based on the poet's fairy tales, and here it is The Fir Tree that is at the center - a motif that speaks directly to Danish Christmas tradition and nostalgic home decor.

The Christmas plate is manufactured by Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée, a large and well-recognized Danish porcelain factory. The plate is made in the good, robust quality that characterizes the factory's production, and it is not only created as a collector's plate. It can also be used for food, works well as a dinner plate, and is dishwasher safe. At the same time, it has holes on the back for hanging, so it can both decorate the Christmas table and hang beautifully on the wall in December.

That makes this Désirée Christmas plate an obvious choice if you want Danish Christmas porcelain that is both decorative and functional. It can stand alone as wall decoration, be included in a collection of H.C. Andersen plates, or be combined with a matching cup from the series if you want an atmospheric set for Christmas servings.

Although the plates were produced many years ago, they still have much to pass on in a modern home. In 2006 we acquired a remaining stock from Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée, and therefore virtually all our plates from the series are still unused. That makes them a special opportunity to get older Danish porcelain with history, soul, and long lifespan - a beautiful and sustainable alternative to new production.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée
Artist: Svend Otto S.
Series: H. C. Andersen Christmas plates
Motif: The Fir Tree
Year: 1973
Material: Porcelain
Hanging: Holes on the back for hanging
Dishwasher safe: Yes