Thumbelina 1987 Desiree H.C. Andersen Christmas plate

This H.C. Andersen Christmas plate from 1987 shows the beloved fairy tale Thumbelina in a fine and poetic motif, where she stands on a water lily leaf among reeds and blooming water lilies. In her hand she holds a string that is tied to a large butterfly, and the whole scene exudes movement, lightness and a fairy-tale atmosphere. The year 1987 stands clearly on the plate and makes it easy to place in the series for both collectors and those looking for a special Christmas plate with a motif from H.C. Andersen's universe.

The motif is created by Svend Otto S., who with his confident line and joy of storytelling has given Thumbelina a vivid and recognizable expression. The deep blue shades and the classic composition make the plate both decorative and atmospheric, whether it is hung up as wall decoration or used on the table. It is precisely the combination of fairy-tale motif and function that makes the Désirée plates something special.

The plate is manufactured by Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée, a large and well-recognized Danish porcelain factory. It is made in the good, robust quality that characterizes the factory, and it can therefore be used for food and also works well as a dinner plate. It is dishwasher safe and has holes on the back for hanging, so you get an H.C. Andersen plate that can both be used in everyday life and enjoyed as a decorative collector's item.

Although this Desiree Christmas plate was manufactured many years ago, it comes from the remaining stock from Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée, which we purchased in 2006. Therefore, virtually all our plates from the series are still unused. This makes them particularly attractive for those of you who appreciate older Danish porcelain with history, but who would also like to enjoy it in a modern home. Choosing vintage porcelain of good quality is at the same time a beautiful and sustainable way to give classic design new life.

The plate is an obvious gift for collectors of Christmas plates, for admirers of H.C. Andersen or for you who wish to combine Danish design, fairy tales and applied art. From 1982 up to and including 2001, a matching cup was also produced, so the plate can be combined with other parts in the series if you want a complete fairy-tale-inspired expression.

Product information:
Manufacturer: Porcelænsfabrikken Désirée
Artist: Svend Otto S.
Series: H. C. Andersen Christmas plates
Year: 1987
Motif: Thumbelina
Material: Porcelain
Hanging: Holes on the back for hanging
Dishwasher safe: Yes
Can be used for food: Yes