1959 Royal Crown Derby Aves – Birds of Paradise Maroon Dinner Plate

1959 Royal Crown Derby Dinner Plate – Aves Birds of Paradise, Maroon

This exquisite vintage Royal Crown Derby dinner plate is presented in great overall condition for its age and features the spectacular Aves ‘Birds of Paradise’ design, combining a rich maroon ground with elaborate gilded decoration and beautifully rendered exotic birds.

Crafted in fine English bone China, this highly decorative plate showcases the exceptional attention to detail and traditional craftsmanship for which Royal Crown Derby is renowned. The richly coloured maroon background provides a dramatic setting for the intricate gold decoration, while the graceful bird motifs and elaborate botanical elements create an impressive and luxurious overall appearance.

The border is particularly attractive, featuring a repeating geometric lattice design with delicate floral and gilded details. Together with the ornate central decoration, this gives the plate considerable visual presence and makes it especially suited to display.

The reverse is marked:

• Royal Crown Derby
• Made in England
• XXII
• Bone China

The plate remains in great overall condition for its age, with only a couple of light surface scratches consistent with age and careful display use. These are visible in the photographs.

Measurements:

• Diameter: Approx. 10½” (26.7cm)

Dating Your Royal Crown Derby: the XXII Mark

Royal Crown Derby used a system of date cyphers on the reverse of its pieces, and from 1938 onwards these took the form of Roman numerals. The XXII mark on this plate dates it to 1959, making it a genuine mid-century example. Being able to date a piece precisely is one of the things collectors most enjoy about Royal Crown Derby, and it adds to the provenance of this dinner plate.

About Royal Crown Derby

Royal Crown Derby is one of England’s most celebrated porcelain makers, with a history of porcelain making in Derby stretching back to the mid-18th century. The factory is renowned for its fine bone china and richly gilded, hand-decorated patterns, and its pieces are collected around the world. A vintage Royal Crown Derby dinner plate like this one showcases the skill of the factory’s gilders and decorators.

Displaying Your Plate

With its rich maroon ground, ornate gilding and exotic bird decoration, this Royal Crown Derby dinner plate looks wonderful displayed on a plate stand in a cabinet, on a dresser or mounted on a wall with a suitable plate hanger. It would make a striking centrepiece for a collection of English porcelain, or a thoughtful gift for a collector of Royal Crown Derby.

Caring for Your Bone China

• Hand wash only in warm, soapy water – never put gilded china in a dishwasher or microwave.
• Avoid abrasive cloths and cleaners, which can wear away the gilding.
• Use plate dividers or soft cloths between plates when stacking.
• Choose a plate stand or hanger with padded or plastic-coated grips to protect the rim.

Delivery and Returns

Free UK delivery on this item, carefully packed and sent Royal Mail Tracked, dispatched within 1–2 working days. All items, including pre-owned items, can be returned within 30 days. Gift orders can be sent directly to a different address with no prices included in the parcel.

Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.

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