Desiree H.C. Andersen Christmas plate 1978 The Old Oak Tree's Last Dream

This Desiree H.C. Andersen Christmas plate from 1978 combines Danish fairy tale, winter atmosphere and classic porcelain art in one beautiful collector's item. The motif is inspired by H.C. Andersen's story The Old Oak Tree's Last Dream, where the mighty tree stands by the coast in a quiet, solemn and almost dreamlike scene. On the plate, the old oak tree is seen bent over the windswept slope, while the sea rolls in, and a sailing ship moves across the water under the stars of Christmas night. The year 1978 is written on the front and makes the plate easy to identify for collectors.

The motif is drawn by Svend Otto S., who is known and loved for his atmospheric interpretations of H.C. Andersen's universe. Here, the story has been transformed into a poetic blue-and-white motif with both calm, depth and movement. It is precisely this special combination of fairy tale storytelling and Danish design tradition that makes these H.C. Andersen Christmas plates so sought-after.

The plate is made by Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée, a large and well-recognized Danish porcelain factory. It is made in a good and robust quality, so it is not only decorative as a wall plate, but can also be used for food and as a dinner plate. It is dishwasher safe and has holes on the back for hanging, so you can easily use it both on the table and as wall decoration. From 1982 and at least up to and including 2001, a matching cup was also produced, which can be used together with the plate as a fine set.

Although this Christmas plate was produced many years ago, it still has great relevance in a modern home. It adds warmth, history and personality to the interior and is at the same time a sustainable choice for you who appreciate quality products created to last. In 2006, we purchased a remaining stock from Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée, and therefore virtually all our plates from the series are still unused.

A Desiree Christmas plate with H.C. Andersen motif is also an obvious gift idea for collectors, fairy tale lovers or anyone who is fond of Danish porcelain with cultural history and soul.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée
Artist: Svend Otto S.
Series: Desiree - H. C. Andersen Christmas plates
Year: 1978
Motif: The Old Oak Tree's Last Dream
Material: Porcelain
Dishwasher safe: Yes
Hanging: Holes on the back for hanging