Turner Classic Movies An American In Paris 11” Dinner Plate by Euro Ceramica

A perfect gift for the Francophile or classic movie lover in your life! This discontinued single dinner plate one piece of an original set with four distinct designs. There is a small chip on the back of the plate. The 1951 movie An American in Paris, tells the story of a struggling young artist, Jerry Mulligan, in love with both the city and the captivating Lise Bouvier. An American in Paris tabletop was inspired by this magic. Turner Classic Movies commissioned artist Sarah McMenemy to use the film as inspiration to develop illustrations that capture the evergreen charm of both the movie and Paris from the early 1950s. "What a joy to be a part of this collaboration! I love this movie and so it was extra important for me to stay true to its original vision. I'm proud of my work and feel I successfully designed a contemporary look inspired by this evergreen classic. The colors, the emotions, the scenes all are directly inspired by the film, capturing its style and essence." Great detail went into the planning and execution of the designs. The goal was to distill the film for a modern audience and to capture the fun and allure of the film and of classic Hollywood. It needed to be more than just Parisian scenes. It needed to be An American in Paris. Festive, Nostalgia, and Visually Telling Dinnerware Soft pastel tones for any table and year round dining Durable, High Quality, and Hand Crafted Made of High Fired Ceramic Material Dishwasher and Microwave Safe