1987 Edwin Knowles China Ltd Edition Golden Retriever Collectible Plate #2759D for Sale

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1987 Edwin Knowles China Ltd Edition Golden Retriever Collectible Plate #2759D For Sale

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1987 Edwin Knowles China Ltd Edition Golden Retriever Collectible Plate #2759D:
$19.99

1987 Edwin Knowles China Ltd Edition Golden Retriever Collectible Plate #2759A darling Golden Retriever puppy on this vintage collectible plate \"Caught in the Act\" produced by the highly esteemed Edwin M. Knowles China Company (established 1854).

Lynn Kaatz, under the direction of the United Kennel Club of Great Britain, created \"Caught in the Act\", a warm portrait of a delightful Golden Retriever pup destroying his owner\'s beloved fishing hat on an exquisite Spring morning. The classic quality of this piece is apparent as it\'s as appealing now as when it was created over 30 years ago.

This 8.5\" diameter plate was fired in one of only 150 firing days in 1987 by the esteemed fine china manufacturer, Edwin M. Knowles. The Edwin M. Knowles China Company is the oldest in North America. this plate is in new condition. No chips, no crazing, no fading, nothing, flawless.

This exquisite plate is flawless and comes complete with box and all documentation including certificate of authentication. A MUST-HAVE for any Golden Retriever fancier or a delightful piece for any hunter or man-cave. The charm of it cannot be overstated as it would be every bit as delightful in any room in the house including a nursery or child\'s room.

The plate is signed by the artist with quote \"It\'s no surprise that the Golden Retriever\'s soft beautiful coat is matched by an equally gentle temperament.\"

About the artist. LYNN KAATZ (1945- ) Internationally-recognized artist Lynn R. Kaatz grew up in Elyria, ultimately becoming one of Ohio\'s most revered painters of nature. Extremely versatile in a variety of media, his subjects have included commissioned works, sporting scenes, wildlife, landscapes, puppies, dogs, songbirds, seascapes and Americana. Many of his images have been licensed as figurines, limited edition prints and collector plates. A dedicated conservationist and outdoorsman, Kaatz\'s paintings offer the realism of an educated and artistic eye. He has traveled extensively to experience, understand, enjoy and record nature. \"I want my viewer to become part of the images I create, recall favorite memories and learn about the outdoors,\" said Kaatz. \"The health of our wetlands and wilderness areas is important to our character as a nation and hopefully,\" said Kaatz, \"I can contribute to their preservation through my work.\" Lynn Kaatz attended Ohio State University, later graduating first in his class from the Cooper School of Art in 1968. Next he enjoyed a successful career with Buzza Cardoza (a division of Gibson), greeting card publishers of Anaheim, CA. In 1972, he began working as a freelance artist. During his six years in California, he earned numerous awards for fine arts, illustration, packaging design, advertising and photography. He learned versatility, experience and discipline, and soon he was ready to dedicate himself to a full-time career as a painter. In the decades that followed, Kaatz carved a reputation as one of the country\'s leading artists, amassing numerous honors including two Ohio Duck Stamp awards, special recognitions from Ducks Unlimited and the Kentucky Duck Stamp award.