Grande København Den Smukkeste af Dem Alle Collector Plate 1987, Karen Jean Bornholt Ugly Duckling Danish Porcelain Boxed
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A vintage Danish porcelain collector plate entitled Den Smukkeste af Dem Alle, meaning The Most Beautiful of All, featuring detailed storybook artwork by Karen Jean Bornholt.
Issued in 1987 by Grande København – Porcelain of Denmark, this is the sixth and final issue in the Den Grimme Ælling, or The Ugly Duckling, series inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale.
The softly coloured scene captures the story’s joyful conclusion, with the now fully grown swan being welcomed by a group of elegant swans on a peaceful woodland pool. Willow branches, reeds, flowers and a distant bridge frame the birds, while one swan descends gracefully with its wings outstretched.
The reverse identifies this example as individually numbered plate 642A. It also confirms the title, artist, 1987 issue date, position as the sixth plate in the series and production as a limited edition restricted to a maximum of 50 firing days.
Factory-pierced holes on the reverse allow the plate to be fitted with a suitable hanging wire for wall display.
The plate is accompanied by its original Grande København presentation box, numbered certificate and additional paperwork as shown in the photographs.
An attractive display piece for a collector of Danish porcelain, Karen Jean Bornholt artwork, Hans Christian Andersen memorabilia, swan ceramics or vintage storybook collector plates.
Item Details
Maker: Grande København – Porcelain of Denmark
Collection/Pattern: Den Grimme Ælling – The Ugly Duckling
Title: Den Smukkeste af Dem Alle – The Most Beautiful of All
Series position: Sixth and final issue
Artist: Karen Jean Bornholt
Item: Decorative collector plate
Material: Fine Danish porcelain
Main colours: Soft white, cream, blue, pink, green, grey and brown
Decoration: Group of swans gathered on a woodland pool, including one descending with outstretched wings
Approximate production period: 1987
Backstamp: Full printed Grande København descriptive backstamp
Plate number: 642A
Bradex number: 14-G65-2.6
Edition: Limited to a maximum of 50 firing days
Approximate measurements: Approximately 19–20 cm or 7½–7¾ inches in diameter
Hanging provision: Factory-pierced holes on the reverse
Country of manufacture: Denmark
Original box: Included
Certificate or paperwork: Original numbered certificate and accompanying paperwork included
Quantity: One plate with original box and paperwork
Condition
The plate appears to be in good vintage display condition, retaining its delicate pastel colouring, detailed decoration and glossy finish. No chips, cracks or repairs are visible in the supplied photographs. Light surface or display-related marks may be present, and reflections across the glazed finish make extremely fine scratches difficult to assess fully. The factory-pierced hanging holes on the reverse are part of the original manufacture. The original presentation box shows age-related storage wear, including marks, light discolouration, creasing and edge wear. The accompanying documents also show light handling and storage wear. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and show the exact plate, box and paperwork that will be received.
More Vintage and Collectable Ceramics
I have more vintage Danish porcelain, collector plates and decorative ceramics available in my shop. Please browse my other vintage and collectable pieces here:
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This item will be securely packed and shipped with a tracking number. I take great care when packaging vintage and fragile items and reuse clean packaging materials where possible to help reduce waste.
The item will be dispatched within the estimated processing time shown on the order. International shipping is available and can be selected before purchase. The listed postage charge is for the standard delivery service, although other delivery options may be available where shown at checkout.
[Order processing]
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Grande København Den Smukkeste af Dem Alle Collector Plate 1987, Karen Jean Bornholt Ugly Duckling Danish Porcelain Boxed
£19.99
Sale price
£19.99
Regular price
Issued in 1987 by Grande København – Porcelain of Denmark, this is the sixth and final issue in the Den Grimme Ælling, or The Ugly Duckling, series inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fairy tale.
The softly coloured scene captures the story’s joyful conclusion, with the now fully grown swan being welcomed by a group of elegant swans on a peaceful woodland pool. Willow branches, reeds, flowers and a distant bridge frame the birds, while one swan descends gracefully with its wings outstretched.
The reverse identifies this example as individually numbered plate 642A. It also confirms the title, artist, 1987 issue date, position as the sixth plate in the series and production as a limited edition restricted to a maximum of 50 firing days.
Factory-pierced holes on the reverse allow the plate to be fitted with a suitable hanging wire for wall display.
The plate is accompanied by its original Grande København presentation box, numbered certificate and additional paperwork as shown in the photographs.
An attractive display piece for a collector of Danish porcelain, Karen Jean Bornholt artwork, Hans Christian Andersen memorabilia, swan ceramics or vintage storybook collector plates.
Item Details
Maker: Grande København – Porcelain of Denmark
Collection/Pattern: Den Grimme Ælling – The Ugly Duckling
Title: Den Smukkeste af Dem Alle – The Most Beautiful of All
Series position: Sixth and final issue
Artist: Karen Jean Bornholt
Item: Decorative collector plate
Material: Fine Danish porcelain
Main colours: Soft white, cream, blue, pink, green, grey and brown
Decoration: Group of swans gathered on a woodland pool, including one descending with outstretched wings
Approximate production period: 1987
Backstamp: Full printed Grande København descriptive backstamp
Plate number: 642A
Bradex number: 14-G65-2.6
Edition: Limited to a maximum of 50 firing days
Approximate measurements: Approximately 19–20 cm or 7½–7¾ inches in diameter
Hanging provision: Factory-pierced holes on the reverse
Country of manufacture: Denmark
Original box: Included
Certificate or paperwork: Original numbered certificate and accompanying paperwork included
Quantity: One plate with original box and paperwork
Condition
The plate appears to be in good vintage display condition, retaining its delicate pastel colouring, detailed decoration and glossy finish. No chips, cracks or repairs are visible in the supplied photographs. Light surface or display-related marks may be present, and reflections across the glazed finish make extremely fine scratches difficult to assess fully. The factory-pierced hanging holes on the reverse are part of the original manufacture. The original presentation box shows age-related storage wear, including marks, light discolouration, creasing and edge wear. The accompanying documents also show light handling and storage wear. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and show the exact plate, box and paperwork that will be received.
More Vintage and Collectable Ceramics
I have more vintage Danish porcelain, collector plates and decorative ceramics available in my shop. Please browse my other vintage and collectable pieces here:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/VintageByThomas
[Shipping]
This item will be securely packed and shipped with a tracking number. I take great care when packaging vintage and fragile items and reuse clean packaging materials where possible to help reduce waste.
The item will be dispatched within the estimated processing time shown on the order. International shipping is available and can be selected before purchase. The listed postage charge is for the standard delivery service, although other delivery options may be available where shown at checkout.
[Order processing]
Once an order has been placed, it will enter the processing stage. This includes locating the item, carrying out a final condition check and carefully packaging it ready for shipment.
Once the parcel has been dispatched, a tracking number will be added to the order. Please contact me if you experience any problems accessing or using the tracking information.