Decorative Plate: Vintage 1989 Rustic Country "A Country Christmas" Tufted Titmouse Bird Decor

A 1989 Betsey Bates "A Country Christmas" decorative plate, signed, from the World Book Encyclopedia series — porcelain with a 24K gold rim, a tufted titmouse in a bright country scene.

• Maker: Betsey Bates, signed (World Book Encyclopedia series, plate #2158)
• Materials: Porcelain, 24K gold rim
• Dimensions: 9.5" diameter
• Origin: Made in USA
• Era: Vintage, 1989
• Condition: Excellent — no chips, scratches, or crazing; gold rim intact. Please review all photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.

A meaningful gift for a collector completing the set, and a fitting centerpiece for a gallery wall year-round. It arrives without pre-drilled holes, so a stand or hanger is recommended.

Plate #2158 is the final entry in Betsey Bates's Christmas collection (1979–1989). Bates, whose original paintings sell for thousands, closed out the series with a Tufted Titmouse, completing the collection's tradition of a different bird for every year.

Browse our shop for the other years in this series to complete your collection.