Joan Walsh Anglund Winter Porcelain Plate
A crescent moon rises above snowy hills on this vintage Joan Walsh Anglund Winter plate. Two children sit beneath a white blanket in a bright red cart. A brown goat in a red harness pulls them through the winter landscape.
The illustration combines a deep green sky with white snow and warmly coloured clothing. Its simple faces and carefully drawn details give the scene a gentle, storybook character. A narrow dark outline follows the circular rim.
A Snowy Journey in a Red Cart
The blonde child wears a green winter hat with a pale pompom. Beside her, the brown-haired child wears a yellow hat with a red band. Their small faces turn towards each other above the blanket.
The cart’s large red wheel anchors the lower portion of the composition. Fine black lines describe its spokes, wooden sides and long shafts. The goat’s curved horns, shaggy coat and lifted hoof add movement to the scene.
Behind them, bare trees stand on rounded snow-covered hills. A small house sits between the slopes beneath the moon. These quieter details give depth to the setting without distracting from the children and cart.
Winter Title and Artist Inscription
The word “Winter” appears in flowing dark script along the lower edge. The inscription “© 1966 by joan walsh anglund” follows the right-hand curve. This is the illustration’s copyright date, not a stated manufacturing date.
The red cart and green sky provide strong colour contrasts against the pale porcelain ground. Warm yellow details connect the children’s clothing with the crescent moon. The design fills most of the face while retaining a slim white rim.
Walther Backstamp and Hanging Mount
The reverse carries a blue tulip-shaped Walther mark with the number 6 beneath it. A circular foot ring supports the shallow curved plate. The plain white reverse contrasts with the illustrated front.
A wire hanging loop is attached to a circular adhesive-backed mount on the reverse. Yellowed amber adhesive is visible around its edges. The mount remains present as part of the plate’s existing display arrangement.
Decorative Scale
At approximately 20 cm across and 3 cm high, this plate has an easily displayed format. It works as a single seasonal accent or alongside other illustrated porcelain. Its red and green palette also suits a winter display.
This listing is for one Winter plate. The combination of snowy scenery, expressive detail and simple composition gives it a distinct character. The illustrated surface rewards both a full view and closer examination.
Condition
Very good vintage condition, with a vivid illustration and clearly readable title and copyright inscription. No chips or cracks are visible in the photographs. The reverse retains its hanging mount, with yellowed adhesive around the attachment.
Key Details
Title: Winter
Illustrator: Joan Walsh Anglund
Backstamp: Blue Walther tulip mark with number 6
Design copyright: ©1966 by Joan Walsh Anglund
Origin: Germany
Material: Porcelain
Decoration: Colour-printed winter scene
Motif: Two children in a red goat-drawn cart, snowy hills and crescent moon
Diameter: Approximately 20 cm
Height: Approximately 3 cm
Mount: Rear adhesive-backed wire hanging loop
Quantity: One plate
SKU: 2C170
Why It’s Special
The goat-drawn cart gives this winter illustration an engaging focal point. Small background details complete the story without crowding the scene. Its clear colours and gentle imagery make a charming decorative combination.
