Knowles “Whitewashing the Fence” Plate – Tom Sawyer Series 1987
This Knowles collector plate brings a classic literary presence to shelves or wall displays with its detailed color illustration inspired by The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
Produced by the Edwin M. Knowles China Company, this 1987 issue is the first plate in the Tom Sawyer series painted by artist William Chambers. The design is inspired by Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, first published in 1876 and widely regarded as one of Twain’s most influential works. The fine porcelain surface highlights Chambers’ interpretation of the iconic whitewashing scene through crisp transfer illustration and warm period styling. Numbered 11279A, it offers a display‑ready tribute to one of America’s most enduring literary characters.
Dimensions are approximately 8.5" diameter.
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