Bring timeless Christmas beauty into your home with this vintage 1969 Frankoma “Laid in a Manger” collector plate, created and signed by John Frank, founder of Frankoma Pottery. This stunning 8-inch ceramic plate features a raised nativity scene with Mary, Baby Jesus, and classic Frankoma sculptural detailing.
This was part of Frankoma’s annual Christmas plate series and is highly collectible—especially with the original printed story insert included.
Details
- Maker: Frankoma Pottery, Sapulpa, Oklahoma
- Artist: John Frank (signed on back)
- Year: 1969
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Title: Laid in a Manger
- Size: approx. 8 inches
- Material: glazed ceramic with unglazed terracotta foot ring
- Color: soft white / ivory
- Includes: original paper insert with story (some wear due to age)
- Display: ready for wall hanging or stand display
Condition
Excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks. Minor age-expected wear on the paper insert. Plate shows beautifully.
Perfect For
- nativity collectors
- vintage Christmas décor
- rustic, farmhouse, and traditional holiday styles
- gifting to pottery or Frankoma collectors
Carefully packed for safe arrival. 🎄✨
