Frankoma 1974 Christmas Plate – She Loved and Cared by Joniece Frank
1974 Frankoma Collector Plate – “She Loved And Cared” by Joniece Frank
In this tender tribute to maternal devotion, Joniece Frank’s She Loved And Cared captures the quiet strength and sacred warmth of Mary. Released in 1974 as part of Frankoma’s beloved Christmas series, this plate marks a generational shift — where daughter continues the legacy of father, and clay becomes a vessel for love.
The design is intimate and reverent: a mother cradling her child, her gaze soft with grace and protection. Sculpted in Oklahoma clay and finished in Frankoma’s signature glazes, the plate radiates timeless compassion — a moment of stillness, shaped by hand and heart.
Whether gifted to honor motherhood or displayed as part of a cherished collection, this piece invites reflection on care, connection, and the enduring beauty of love given freely.