Porcelain collector plate titled 'Starlight Angel' by Sister Berta Hummel, Christmas 1979 edition

This collector plate was produced in 1979 as part of the annual Christmas series featuring artwork by Sister Maria Innocentia Hummel, a Franciscan nun and artist whose charming depictions of children became iconic in the 20th century. The plates were manufactured by Schmid Brothers in West Germany under license from the Hummel estate, continuing a tradition of limited-edition Christmas collectibles that began in the early 1970s. Hummel Christmas plates appeal to collectors of vintage holiday memorabilia, German porcelain enthusiasts, and those who appreciate nostalgic mid-century decorative arts. The 'Starlight Angel' design, featuring a sweet child angel with golden stars, captures the innocent charm that made Hummel artwork beloved worldwide. These plates are valued by collectors of Hummel memorabilia and vintage Christmas collectibles for their sentimental appeal, limited production runs, and connection to a cherished artistic legacy that represents warmth and tradition during the holiday season.