Previously owned, vintage collector's plate. No chips or cracks, no scratches. Minor wear to back. Colors are still vivid.

Back of plate reads:

GNOME BLISS

by

RIEN POORTVLIET

from the book, Gnomes, published by Harry N. Abrams, Inc.

1976 Unieboek BV tm

Rubbing noses is the Gnome's greeting, farewell, and good night. The tender touch one gives another. It is a custom old as Christmas and even more. A bit of magic in our life forever.

Fairmont Perfect Porcelain

1979

Approximate measurements:

Diameter: 8 5/8"

Plate holder is not included.