This signed plate captures a defining moment in the visual culture of the American West. Designed by celebrated cowboy artist Till Goodan—whose spirited illustrations and authentic cattle brands became synonymous with mid-century Western iconography—the “Rodeo” line quickly transcended the table, gracing ranch houses, road cafés, hotel dining rooms, and the private collections of Western stars like Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, and Bing Crosby.

Made in California at the height of the region’s ceramic renaissance, the plate features Goodan’s dynamic drawings of bucking broncos, steer wrestlers, and roping riders, each rendered with the action, accuracy, and affectionate humor that made his work so beloved. Wallace China’s durable, high-fire clay ensured these pieces could survive everything from ranch kitchens to roadside diners, while the artist’s signature—present on this example—renders it all the more coveted.

Today, Goodan’s dinnerware has become prized among collectors for its blend of artistry, folklore, and Americana. This plate is an early and exemplary specimen: a relic of the frontier mythos as it once lived on the everyday table.