Norman Rockwell Plate – The Professor – Knowles Heritage – COA & Box – 1986
A tribute to quiet wisdom and lifelong learning. The Professor, issued in 1986 by the Edwin M. Knowles China Company, is part of the Norman Rockwell Heritage Collection — capturing the gentle dignity of a scholar immersed in thought.
Rockwell’s illustration honors the kind of teacher who leaves a lasting mark: spectacles perched, book in hand, surrounded by the quiet comfort of knowledge. It’s a scene that speaks to mentorship, curiosity, and the joy of discovery.
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🎨 Part of the Heritage Collection
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📦 Includes Certificate of Authenticity (note: COA shows light water damage)
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📦 Packaged in a likekind replacement box — not original, but protective and presentation-ready
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🧾 Crafted in fine porcelain with vivid detail and Rockwell’s signature storytelling
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📅 Dated 1986, ideal for collectors, educators, or lovers of classic Americana
Whether gifted to a lifelong learner or added to a Rockwell display, The Professor invites reflection — a keepsake of quiet intellect and enduring charm.