{"product_id":"vintage-imperial-salem-china-victorian-ladies-display-plates-set-of-2-with-23k-gold-c-1940s-1950s-godey-inspired-regency-pair","title":"Vintage Imperial Salem China Victorian Ladies Display Plates – Set of 2 with 23K Gold (c. 1940s–1950s) | Godey-Inspired Regency Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis matched pair of vintage decorative plates by Salem China Company offers a beautifully coordinated glimpse into Victorian fashion and feminine refinement, interpreted through the lens of mid-20th-century American decorative art. Sold together as a set, these plates feature illustrated scenes of Victorian ladies in full crinoline gowns, each framed by an ornate border of scrolling florals and lavish 23-karat gold detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne plate is finished in a deep cobalt blue, the other in a rich burgundy red, creating a striking yet harmonious contrast that feels intentional and curated. The imagery is inspired by 19th-century fashion plates popularized by publications such as Godey’s Lady’s Book, which shaped ideals of style, leisure, and domestic elegance during the 1850s–1860s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced during the 1940s–1950s, when historical revival décor flourished in American homes, these plates were designed specifically for display rather than dining. Together, they tell a cohesive story—ideal for symmetrical wall styling, a mantel arrangement, or as focal points within a Regency-inspired vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurgundy Red plate shows a small colored-in edge chip, carefully touched up by a previous owner and visible upon close inspection. This is fully disclosed and reflected in pricing; the overall display impact remains strong and elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1898, Salem China was known for producing high-quality ceramics that balanced durability with decorative appeal. In the mid-20th century, the company embraced Victorian and Regency revival themes, catering to collectors who loved historical romance without the fragility of true antiques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecorative plate pairs like this were often used to frame doorways, mirrors, or fireplaces—an echo of 19th-century symmetry and formality adapted for modern homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Victorian fashion plates\u003cbr\u003e • Crinoline gowns\u003cbr\u003e • Regency \u0026amp; Victorian women\u003cbr\u003e • Ornate floral scrollwork\u003cbr\u003e • Gold filigree borders\u003cbr\u003e • Romantic pastoral scenes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers depicted (stylized):\u003cbr\u003e • Roses\u003cbr\u003e • Decorative botanical scrolls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 DETAILS (Per Plate)\u003cbr\u003e • Diameter: approx. 10.5” each\u003cbr\u003e • Combined Weight: approx. 3 lb total\u003cbr\u003e • Material: Glazed ceramic with 23K gold detailing\u003cbr\u003e • Finish: High-gloss with gilt accents\u003cbr\u003e • Condition: Vintage condition;  Burgundy Red plate has a small colored-in edge chip (see photos)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🕰️ AGE \/ CLASSIFICATION\u003cbr\u003e • Vintage\u003cbr\u003e • Circa 1940s–1950s\u003cbr\u003e • Decorative display plates (not recommended for food use)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🎨 COLOR PALETTE (Hex Codes)\u003cbr\u003e • Cobalt Blue • Burgundy Red — #7A1F28\u003cbr\u003e • Antique Gold — #C9A24D\u003cbr\u003e • Warm Ivory — #F3EFE6\u003cbr\u003e • Sage Green — #8B9C7A\u003cbr\u003e • Dusty Rose — #C38A8A\u003cbr\u003e • Charcoal Gray — #5A5A5A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🛋️ STYLING \u0026amp; REPURPOSING IDEAS\u003cbr\u003e • Symmetrical wall display (side-by-side or stacked)\u003cbr\u003e • Mantel styling with candle holders or busts between\u003cbr\u003e • Plate stands on a console or sideboard\u003cbr\u003e • Regency or Victorian vignette anchor\u003cbr\u003e • Feminine dressing room or parlor décor\u003cbr\u003e • Layered with gilt frames \u003cbr\u003e • Brand: Salem China\u003cbr\u003e • Era: Mid-20th Century\u003cbr\u003e • Style: Victorian Revival, Regency\u003cbr\u003e • Material: Ceramic, 23K Gold\u003cbr\u003e • Set Includes: Two plates\u003cbr\u003e • Use: Decorative\u003cbr\u003e • Country of Origin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💰 SUGGESTED PRICE RANGE (PAIR)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$95 – $140\u003cbr\u003e(Set pricing increases perceived value and offsets minor edge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏛️ DESIGN \/ DECOR STYLES (10)\u003cbr\u003e • Regency Revival\u003cbr\u003e • Victorian Romantic\u003cbr\u003e • Traditional Classic\u003cbr\u003e • Grandmillennial\u003cbr\u003e • Cottagecore\u003cbr\u003e • Feminine Eclectic\u003cbr\u003e • English Country\u003cbr\u003e • Vintage Layered\u003cbr\u003e • Historic Inspired\u003cbr\u003e • Ornate Traditional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Imperial Salem China","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53734387482908,"sku":"011525005-004-913-054","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/2236\/5468\/files\/5F6F7EA3-5C0D-48B7-B4FC-E2D21D3A3F7E.jpg?v=1768787665","url":"https:\/\/www.callmeoldfashionedvintageshop.com\/products\/vintage-imperial-salem-china-victorian-ladies-display-plates-set-of-2-with-23k-gold-c-1940s-1950s-godey-inspired-regency-pair","provider":"Call Me Old Fashioned Vintage Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}