This exquisite set of 12 Mintons cabinet plates or dessert plates feature superbly painted rose specimens, each uniquely painted in a naturalistic palette. Deep magenta, soft pinks and yellow make a rose garden on your table. The leaves and roses are decorated with profuse raised paste gold and platinum, further embellished with insects and butterflies. A perfect set of 12 for table or cabinet--or both! 9" in diameter, 1880's.