Designed in 1937, Spode's Christmas Tree is one of the world's best known tableware and giftware designs. The festively decorated tree with its signature Father Christmas tree topper, has become a tradition to many families. Many people have said, "Christmas would not be Christmas without Spode's Christmas Tree. " A holiday favorite since its introduction in 1938, Spode's Christmas Tree pattern is their most well known and widely collected holiday pattern. Evoking the holidays with a traditional evergreen, the pattern creates a warm, folksy Christmas feel that families will look forward to year after year and hold dearly in their memories for generations. The trademark tree, seemingly decorated by young hands and ringed with brightly wrapped presents underneath, stands cheerily in the center of every piece. Charming, crafty decorations encircle the tree and Santa himself-bag slung over his shoulder-stands at the top. For collecting fun, Spode adds new accessories to the pattern every year, allowing a cherished holiday tradition to grow with time. Match any piece to other items in the collection for seasonal dining merriment. This 11-1/2-inch open vegetable dish is ideal for serving mixed vegetables, potatoes, rice, or other dishes to complement your main dish during the holiday get-togethers.