Decorative Plate, Betsey Bates, A Country Christmas, Annual Plate, Vintage 1989

• Vintage Christmas Plate, Holiday Decor, Artist Signed, A Country Christmas Wall Plate by Artist Betsey Bates, Collectible Plate, (Discontinued)
• Vintage: 1989
• Made in USA
• Details:  This is a fine porcelain collector's plate in a series of Christmas plates by artist Betsey Bates.  This is a beautiful plate, would make a very nice decoration in Winter, at Christmas time, or as part of the whole collection year round.  This is a country/farm scene, perfect gift for someone who loves the farmhouse or country decor style.  This plate is titled: "A Country Christmas", plate #2158.  There are few colors on this plates but the ones chosen are bright and cheery and make the scene come alive, just beautiful!  Every plate in this collection features a different bird, this one has a Tufted Titmouse.  The plate is signed by the artist on the bottom and it's rimmed in 24K gold.  There are no pre-drilled holes, you will need a plate hanger or stand to display it.  We carry the years 1979 through 1989 of this collection, we offer 25% discount for the purchase of all 11 plates.  Please Contact Us if interested.
• Materials:  Porcelain
• Dimensions: 9.5 inches in Diameter
• Condition:  Vintage - Used.  Excellent Condition.  There are no chips, scratches, or crazing on this plate.  The gold on the rim is in excellent condition as well, all around.  Please review all pictures and make sure you love this item before purchasing, we can't accept returns. Please remember these are VINTAGE and ANTIQUE items, they are NOT new, every effort has been made to show any scratches, wear and tear and imperfections.   

Betsey Bates was born in New York on November 29, 1924.   She is an award winning artist and her original works sell for thousands of dollars.  Through the years she has received prestigious awards such as:  Philadelphia Art Directors Club, 1964; National Community Arts Program, Golden Disc, Beaver College, 1975; Best of Show award Norristown Borough (PA) Council of Arts, 1980.  She is a member of the Plymouth Art Guild, Duxbury Art Association, and Cape Cod Art Association.