Spode Copeland
Spode Copeland Porcelain Floral and Gold Cabinet Plates - Set of 2
A matched pair of circa-1896 Spode Copeland cabinet plates, with bleu céleste borders and raised 22K gold gilding.
The Story
The Spode pottery name is legendary in English ceramic history, renowned for perfecting the formula for fine bone china in Stoke-on-Trent. By the late 19th century, under the ownership and direction of the Copeland family, the manufacture was universally recognized for producing some of the world's most luxurious porcelain for royalty, luxury hotels, and high-society estates. This specific pair, bearing the distinct Spode Copeland's China backstamp alongside a crown mark and the London retailer mark for T. Goode & Co. , dates precisely to the late Victorian era (circa 1896). During this period, English potteries looked to the extravagant French Sèvres designs of the 18th century for inspiration. The combination of the striking turquoise rim, intricate gold overlay, and romantic, hand-colored floral bouquets reflects the period's love for luxury, romanticism, and showcase porcelain meant specifically for display in formal drawing-room cabinets.
The Details
- Brand: Spode Copeland
- Era: 1890's
THE DESIGN
Elevate your antique collection or luxury wall display with this superb, matched pair of antique Spode Copeland porcelain cabinet plates. Dating to approximately 1896, these heirloom-quality display plates showcase the pinnacle of late Victorian English craftsmanship.
Each plate features a mesmerizing, vibrant turquoise blue (often referred to as bleu céleste) border, lavishly adorned with heavily raised, textured 22K gold gilding. The opulent gold work includes delicate lattice patterns, scrollwork, and ornate cartouches that frame three distinct hand-painted floral vignettes on the rim. At the center of each plate sits a finely detailed, unique hand-painted bouquet of English garden roses and wildflowers. Perfect for a formal dining room, a curators' cabinet, or an elegant wall montage, these plates bring timeless British aristocracy straight into your home.
Retailer Mark: T. Goode & Co., London
Country of Origin: England (Stoke-on-Trent)
Approximate Date: circa 1896 (Late Victorian)
Item Type: Antique Cabinet Plates / Decorative Display Plates (Matched Pair)
Material: Fine English Bone China / Porcelain
Color Palette: Turquoise Blue, Brilliant Gold, White, Pink, and Multi-color Florals
Pattern Features: Hand-painted central floral bouquets, three rim floral vignettes, raised textured gilding, scalloped rim.
Backstamps & Markings: Authentic gold printed crown mark, pattern number C910 painted on the base, and original antique gallery inventory stickers.
Condition: Exceptional antique condition. The porcelain rings beautifully, and the hand-painted florals remain incredibly crisp. The high-relief gold gilding retains a brilliant, lustrous shine with only minimal, age-appropriate wear. Free from cracks, chips, or restoration.
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