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Religious Decorative Plate (God Bless Our Home with Jesus at Door)

This is a vintage decorative plate featuring a central religious depiction of Jesus knocking at a door, surrounded by the phrase "God Bless our Home." The plate has a scalloped, ruffled edge and a creamy white ground color. The border is adorned with an intricate pattern of gold floral or leaf motifs, which are stated to be 'warranted 22k gold'. The central image shows Jesus dressed in red robes with a light blue sash, holding a staff, standing at a wooden door with climbing roses and greenery. The background includes a fence and what appears to be a landscape. The style suggests it could be a devotional or inspirational plate, likely from the mid-20th century, consistent with the 'first edition' suggestion from the provided context, which often refers to initial runs of mass-produced decorative items. The plate appears to be in good condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant wear to the gold detailing or central image, indicating good craftsmanship and care. The gold embellishments have a rich, slightly aged appearance which could be natural patina or intentional antique finish. The quality of the ceramic material seems standard for decorative plates of this period. The 'Sanders' context, if referring to a specific manufacturer or distributor, would indicate a known source for this type of collectible.