{"product_id":"david-maass-takeoff-gorham-fine-china-limited-edition-collector-plate-no-135-5000-1979","title":"David Maass \"Takeoff\" — Gorham Fine China Limited Edition Collector Plate, No. 135\/5000, 1979","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning limited edition collector plate by celebrated wildlife artist \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Maass\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced by \u003cstrong\u003eGorham Fine China\u003c\/strong\u003e in association with \u003cstrong\u003eBrown \u0026amp; Bigelow\u003c\/strong\u003e. Titled \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Takeoff\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, this plate is based on Maass's original 1975 painting and was issued in 1979 as part of the Collector's Edition series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate depicts pintail ducks taking flight from a marshland scene in autumn — a breathtaking composition rendered in Maass's signature naturalistic style, capturing the drama and beauty of American wildfowl in their natural habitat. The scene features a warm palette of golds, browns, and blues with exquisite detail throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with a \u003cstrong\u003egold rim in good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and marked on the reverse with full provenance details including title, artist, manufacturer, and edition number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArtist: David Maass — \"America's Famed Wildlife Artist\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTitle: \u003cem\u003e\"Takeoff\"\u003c\/em\u003e — painted 1975, from the Brown \u0026amp; Bigelow Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Gorham Fine China\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIssued: 1979 Collector's Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLimited edition: \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 135 of only 5,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSubject: Pintail ducks in flight, marshland autumn scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGold rim in good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull provenance details printed on reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo box or paperwork included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful piece for the serious wildlife art collector, waterfowl enthusiast, or anyone who appreciates fine American sporting art. Display-ready and a genuine conversation piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good. No chips, cracks, or damage noted. Gold rim in good condition. No original box or certificate of authenticity included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis item is available for shipping or local pickup. DMV area local pickup welcome.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milestones Antiques and Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47637671018635,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/3699\/7003\/files\/90B40386-2CF8-4DFF-AD16-9D7BFC359FD0.jpg?v=1783847758","url":"https:\/\/pastandpresentmarketplace.com\/products\/david-maass-takeoff-gorham-fine-china-limited-edition-collector-plate-no-135-5000-1979","provider":"Past \u0026 Present Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}