Royal Copenhagen Christmas Plate 1943 The Flight to Egypt

Royal Copenhagen Christmas plate 1943 with the motif The Flight to Egypt is one of the classic and sought-after Christmas plates, which combines Danish porcelain craftsmanship, storytelling and collector's joy. The motif was created by Niels Thorsson and depicts the biblical scene in which Mary carries the infant Jesus on a donkey, while Joseph walks beside them. The bright halos and the calm night sky give the plate a moodful, almost poetic expression, which makes it a beautiful feature in both Christmas and everyday decor.

The characteristic blue underglaze from Royal Copenhagen highlights the motif's depth and calm in an elegant way. Along the rim the decorative border can be seen, and at the bottom stands the visible text 19 JUL 43, which is an important part of the plate's identity. It is precisely the year and motif that make this Christmas plate particularly interesting for collectors of Royal Copenhagen Christmas plates, but it also has great appeal for those who want a piece of porcelain with history, symbolism and classic Danish design.

What is special about the older Christmas plates is that they were not only created as decoration. This plate is produced so that it may be used for foodstuffs and is suitable to eat from, for example as a small lunch plate or cake plate. Thus you get a versatile porcelain piece, which can both be hung up and put to use at the table. There are holes on the back for hanging, so it is also ideal as wall decoration in the kitchen, dining room or together with a collection of other year and Christmas plates.

A vintage Christmas plate like this adds personality and soul to the home. At the same time, it is a sustainable choice to let beautiful quality design live on and be used again. Royal Copenhagen porcelain is created to last for generations, and that is precisely why an older Christmas plate is both a meaningful gift idea and a fine addition to an existing collection.

Whether you are looking for a Royal Copenhagen Christmas plate from 1943, a motif with The Flight to Egypt or a classic plate designed by Niels Thorsson, this is a charming collector's item with both decorative and practical value.

Product information:
Brand: Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Niels Thorsson
Type: Christmas plate
Year: 1943
Motif: The Flight to Egypt
Visible text on the front: 19 JUL 43
Hanging: Holes on the back for hanging
Use: Produced so that it may be used for foodstuffs and suitable to eat from, e.g. as a small lunch plate or cake plate