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Vintage 1978 Boehm Great Animals of the World Collector Plates – Complete Set of 8 – World Wildlife Fund – England – With Decorative Wall Rack
$280.00 USD
An impressive complete collection of eight vintage 1978 Boehm fine bone china collector plates from “The Great Animals of the World” limited-edition series, created by renowned American wildlife artist Edward Marshall Boehm for the World Wildlife Fund.
Made in England, each plate features a beautifully detailed, realistic portrait of one of the world's magnificent wild animals, rendered in rich, natural tones against a brilliant white porcelain background. The artwork captures the strength, character, and beauty of these remarkable creatures, complemented by distinctive geometric borders in warm burgundy and earth tones.
The complete eight-plate collection features a hippopotamus, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, African buffalo, bighorn sheep, lion, and tiger.
Each plate bears identifying information on the reverse, including the animal's name, the Boehm artist's signature, the World Wildlife Fund panda emblem, and the 1978 issue date.
The collection is displayed on an ornate, two-tier metal wall rack featuring graceful scrollwork and decorative leaf accents, creating a striking wall display ideal for a lodge, library, safari-themed room, study, or traditional home.
This beautifully coordinated vintage collection combines fine English bone china craftsmanship, wildlife artistry, and conservation heritage. An attractive addition for Boehm collectors, wildlife enthusiasts, and lovers of vintage decorative porcelain.
Details
Maker: Boehm
Artist: Edward Marshall Boehm
Collection: The Great Animals of the World
Year issued: 1978
Origin: England
Material: Fine bone china
Quantity: Complete set of 8 collector plates
Includes: Decorative two-tier metal wall display rack
Condition: Appears well preserved in photographs; inspect individual plates for chips, cracks, or repairs.