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This is a vintage 1983 Fenton blue milk glass Winter Pastime collector plate, 8” diameter, in excellent condition.
The Fenton Art Glass Company, founded in 1905 by brothers Frank L. and John W. Fenton in Williamstown, West Virginia, became legendary for its innovative glass colors and hand-crafted decorative items. Throughout the 20th century, the company expanded beyond traditional glassware into collectible plates, bells, and figurines that captured the nostalgia of American country life. Their talented artists and sculptors used specialized molds to create dimensional relief scenes that appealed directly to the booming collector plate market of the 1970s and 1980s.
This particular piece belongs to a popular series depicting classic seasonal pastimes, celebrating the simple joys of historic rural communities. The charming winter scene reflects a romanticized view of American heritage, executed in Fenton's signature milk glass with a delicate blue stain to accentuate the deep relief molding. Although produced in substantial quantities for eager collectors, these plates remain beloved decorative objects among vintage glass enthusiasts today.
There are no cracks, chips or repairs in this piece, which clearly was maintained in a pristine condition.
