What are glass charger plates?

Charger plates are decorative plates that are slightly larger than dinner plates. They are designed to go under the dinner plate, adding style to the table while protecting it from heat and spills. They are made from a variety of materials, including glass. Shop a collection of beautiful charger plates on 1stDibs.

What is a service plate?

A service plate is a large plate used for serving a multi-course meal. A service plate is never used to serve or eat food directly from; it is used as a base plate for appetizers, soup, and salad. Shop a variety of antique and vintage service plates on 1stDibs.

What is Sheffield plate?

Sheffield plate is a layered combination of silver and copper.

What are Imari plates?

Imari is the Western term for Arita ware, or Japanese porcelain made at the Arita kilns. Imari porcelain was very popular in the 17th and 18th century and was produced in large quantities. Typically these items were made with an underglaze of blue, with additional colors added in an overglaze style. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.

What is an Imari plate?

An Imari plate is crafted from a style of Japanese porcelain made in the region now known as Arita. These plates and other Imari ware are brightly colored. Find a collection of antique and vintage Imari plates on 1stDibs today.

What is an armorial plate?

An armorial plate, also known as heraldic china, is a ceramic plate decorated with the coat of arms of either a family or an institution, typically European. You’ll find a variety of armorial plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a canape plate?

A canape plate is also known as an appetizer plate. It's generally smaller than a salad plate, making it just big enough for a few hors d'oeuvres.

What is a plate rack?

A plate rack is a piece of storage furniture with vertical or horizontal rods designed to hold dishes. Most mount on the wall, but you can also find freestanding racks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage plate racks.

What is a majolica plate?

A majolica plate is a decorative piece of pottery that has a round flat shape. It is a heavy clay vessel that features a painted and glazed enamel finish. It emerged from 15th-century Italy but quickly became popular in Spain. Later examples come from Victorian England. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of majolica plates.

What is a melamine plate?

Melamine plates, and dinnerware as a whole, are crafted with an organic-based material that makes it shatter-resistant and more durable than standard plastic. On 1stDibs, find a collection of melamine dinnerware from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are cloisonne plates?

Cloisonne plates are decorative enamel plates. Cloisonne refers to a type of enameling technique where wires are soldered in place on the plate to be decorated and filled with a single color of enamel. Shop a range of antique cloisonne plates on 1stDibs.

What is a Wedgwood plate?

A Wedgwood plate is a flat round dish produced by Wedgwood, a manufacturer based in Stoke-on-Trent, UK, that opened in 1759. Depending on the design, the plates may function purely as decorative objects or be suitable for serving food. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Wedgwood plates.

What is a Blue Willow plate?

A Blue Willow plate is a flat transferware pottery dish that features a particular Chinoiserie landscape pattern called Blue Willow. Thomas Turner introduced the pattern in 1779. Traditional Chinese blue and white porcelain served as his inspiration. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Blue Willow ceramics.

What is a cake plate called?

A cake plate is called a cake stand. It’s a pedestal-like structure with a plate on top on which pastries and cakes are decorated or served. A cake stand can be with a single plate or multiple plates and can be arranged with spinning support in the middle. A cake stand comes in varied materials like wood, plastic, glass or metal. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage cake stands.

What is a bread and butter plate?

Bread and butter are separated from the sauce, gravy, and fluids from other items on the dish using the bread-and-butter plate. When a plate isn't available, a slice of bread or a roll is placed on the tablecloth or the rim of the dinner plate, which also holds the butter. Find a collection of antique and vintage bread and butter plates on 1stDibs today.

What is an antique silver plate?

Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a fireplace back plate?

A fireplace back plate is a piece of metal that goes on the wall in the back of the fireplace. While most are highly decorative, the plates actually serve the functional purpose of protecting the fireplace from soot and heat. Find a variety of antique fireplace back plates on 1stDibs.

How can I hang Fornasetti plates?

To hang Fornasetti plates, thread a length of string through the two small holes found on the tops of their backs. Tie the string in a secure knot and then hang from a nail, screw or hook. Avoid using plate hanger hardware, as it could crack or damage the plates. You'll find a collection of Fornasetti plates on 1stDibs.

Are wooden plates hygienic?

Yes, wooden plates are perfectly hygienic. These plates can be used to eat, serve, or prepare food provided that they are properly cleaned and sanitized. In case the wooden plates are cracked, chipped, or stained, it is important to replace them. Find a collection of wooden serveware, tableware and more on 1stDibs. .

What is the hallmark for silver plate?

The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.

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Vintage 1920s Italian Dinner Plates

Materials

Glass

12 Venetian Glass Green Dinner Plates W/ Hand Painted Enamel Gilt Decoration

H 0.75 in Dm 11.75 in

English Porcelain Dinner Plate Blue and Gold Royal Crown Chelsea

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

plate charger shown has sold.

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Mid-20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Gold

English Porcelain Dinner Plate Blue and Gold Royal Crown Chelsea

H 0.88 in Dm 10.19 in

Set of Marble Decorative Charger Plates

Located in Riverdale, NY

Set of 3 decorative marble charger plates from the 1980's Italy in mottled red, grey and white

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Set of Marble Decorative Charger Plates

H 1 in Dm 13 in

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Charger Meiji Era c1880's Bronze Flowers 10"

Located in Portland, OR

& Antiques. This is a rare Japanese Meiji era (c. 1880's) ornate Cloisonné charger (plate. Made copper

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Charger Meiji Era c1880's Bronze Flowers 10"

H 2 in Dm 10 in

Rare Sgraffito Redware Slip Decorated Pottery Charger Large Plate, 19th Century

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

A large charger plate made of Redware pottery, all hand decorated in the Sgraffito Slip Decorated

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Folk Art Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

Rare Sgraffito Redware Slip Decorated Pottery Charger Large Plate, 19th Century

H 2.25 in Dm 11.75 in

Edith Varian Cockcroft Art Deco Ceramic Charger Plate with Exotic Dancer

By Edith Varian Cockcroft

Located in New York, NY

American Art Deco glazed ceramic charger plate in Persian blue and gold, made by Edith Varian

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Edith Varian Cockcroft Art Deco Ceramic Charger Plate with Exotic Dancer

H 1 in Dm 10.75 in

Hand-Painted Charger Dish by Marjatta Taburet Quimper France 1960's

By Taburet

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Art Pottery Charger, Dish Plate by Marjatta Taburet. Handcrafted in

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Vintage 1960s French Other Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-Painted Charger Dish by Marjatta Taburet Quimper France 1960's

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H 0.79 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in

Tonala Folk Art Pottery Charger, Hand Painted Swan, Mexico, Circa 1970's

By Tonala Pottery

Located in Chatham, ON

Tonala folk art pottery charger or wall plate - large size - hand made and hand painted with a swan

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Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Tonala Folk Art Pottery Charger, Hand Painted Swan, Mexico, Circa 1970's

H 1.13 in Dm 12 in

Tonala Folk Art Pottery Charger, Hand Painted Rabbit, Mexico, circa 1970's

By Tonala Pottery

Located in Chatham, ON

Tonala folk art pottery charger or wall plate - large size - hand made and hand painted with a

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Tonala Folk Art Pottery Charger, Hand Painted Rabbit, Mexico, circa 1970's

H 1.5 in Dm 13 in

Pair of 18th Century Chinese Style Dutch Ceramic Plate Chargers with Rare Yellow

Located in Lisse, NL

Mid to late 1700's pair of sizable and polychrome painted Dutch chargers. Even if you were to

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Antique 18th Century Dutch Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 18th Century Chinese Style Dutch Ceramic Plate Chargers with Rare Yellow

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H 2 in Dm 13.6 in

Folk Art Pottery Charger, Hand Painted Sheep, Signed, Greece, Circa 1970's

Located in Chatham, ON

M. MIXA?HE - Vintage folk art pottery charger or wall plate - large size - hand made and hand

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Mid-20th Century Greek Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Folk Art Pottery Charger, Hand Painted Sheep, Signed, Greece, Circa 1970's

H 1.63 in Dm 11 in

Antique Japanese Imari Style Charger

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique Imari style hand-painted cabinet plate with with cobalt blue peacocks and pink cherry

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Imari Style Charger

No Reserve

H 1.75 in Dm 16 in

Antique Italian Renaissance Raffaellesco Grotteschi Majolica Wall Charger

Located in Forney, TX

A stunning large antique Italian Raffaellesco majolica wall charger / centerpiece, showcasing

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Antique 19th Century Renaissance Ceramics

Materials

Majolica, Paint

Antique Italian Renaissance Raffaellesco Grotteschi Majolica Wall Charger

H 2 in Dm 13.75 in

Chinese Celadon Glazed Lotus Charger, Qing Dynasty, 18th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A sublime Chinese celadon glazed shallow dish or charger, Qing Dynasty, mid 18th century, China

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Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Celadon Glazed Lotus Charger, Qing Dynasty, 18th Century

H 2.25 in Dm 16 in

D.G. BENNETT - 'U.S. White Tailed Deer' - Painted Wood Plate - Late 20th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

DAVID G. BENNETT - 'American White Tailed Deer' - Vintage hand painted folk art wood plate/charger

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Late 20th Century Canadian Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Pine, Paint

D.G. BENNETT - 'U.S. White Tailed Deer' - Painted Wood Plate - Late 20th Century

H 1.5 in Dm 12.63 in

Polia Pillin Mid-Century Studio Pottery Plate

By Polia Pillin

Located in Fulton, CA

A Polia Pillin California Studio pottery plate / charger. String instrument with dancer. Two flea

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Polia Pillin Mid-Century Studio Pottery Plate

H 2 in W 10.75 in D 10.75 in

Antique Decorative Saucer, Silver Plate, Dish, Thomas Bradbury, Victorian, 1890

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

rule change for plated goods This is a delightful antique decorative charger, with attractive

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Decorative Saucer, Silver Plate, Dish, Thomas Bradbury, Victorian, 1890

H 1.19 in W 8.47 in D 8.47 in

Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Art Plate Sant-Vicens France

By Jean Lurçat

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Jean Lurcat glazed fired enamel wall plaque ceramic plate limited edition hand inscribed

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Jean Lurçat
Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Art Plate Sant-Vicens France, c.1950's

H 10 in W 10 in

Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Art Plate Sant-Vicens France

By Jean Lurçat

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Jean Lurcat glazed fired enamel wall plaque ceramic plate limited edition hand inscribed

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Jean Lurçat
Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Art Plate Sant-Vicens France, c.1950's

H 8.5 in W 8.5 in

Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Art Plate Sant-Vicens France

By Jean Lurçat

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Jean Lurcat glazed fired enamel wall plaque ceramic plate limited edition hand inscribed

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Jean Lurçat
Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Art Plate Sant-Vicens France, c.1950's

H 8.5 in W 8.5 in

Set of Six Charlotte Perriand Porcelain Dinnerware Plates by Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Monde de Charlotte Perriand collection is composed of a charger, dinner plate, soup plate and dessert

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six Charlotte Perriand Porcelain Dinnerware Plates by Cassina

H 0.79 in Dm 13 in

Set of Six Charlotte Perriand Porcelain Dinnerware Plates by Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Monde de Charlotte Perriand collection is composed of a charger, dinner plate, soup plate and dessert

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Six Charlotte Perriand Porcelain Dinnerware Plates by Cassina

H 0.79 in Dm 13 in

133 Piece House of Puiforcat Kiang She Dinner Service for 12 by Limoges, France

By Puiforcat

Located in Morristown, NJ

, 12.5" dia., and 1 Round Serving Charger/Cake Plate, 12"dia. Dimensions: See details listed above

Category

1990s French Chinoiserie Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

133 Piece House of Puiforcat Kiang She Dinner Service for 12 by Limoges, France

H 4 in W 12 in D 12 in

Charlotte Perriand Paravent Ambassade Screen by Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

charger, dinner plate, soup plate and dessert plate, presented in sets of two, with three different

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Porcelain

Charlotte Perriand Paravent Ambassade Screen by Cassina

H 65.75 in W 87.01 in D 1.19 in

Ceramic Sculptural bowl

By Peter Voulkos

Located in New York, NY

signature on the base. 1.5 x 11.5 inches This charger plate by Voulkos features a Greek-influenced stylized

Category

1980s Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media

Materials

Ceramic, Mixed Media, Glaze

Peter Voulkos
Ceramic Sculptural bowl, ca. 1985

H 1.5 in Dm 11.5 in

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H 48 in Dm 38 in

Pink Porcelain 'Nautilus' Dessert Service by Wedgwood for John Mortlock, 1880s

By Josiah Wedgwood, Wedgwood

Located in Bristol, GB

Antique Victorian Shell Shaped Dishes and Plates Dating from 1884 this service would have been a bespoke order commissioned through John Mortlock’s upmarket Oxford Street store. In ...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Pink Porcelain 'Nautilus' Dessert Service by Wedgwood for John Mortlock, 1880s

H 0.99 in W 10.01 in D 9.01 in

Extensive Assembled Meissen Blue and White Bird Model Dinner Service, circa 1890

Located in New York, NY

Each piece painted in underglaze-blue and heightened in gilding with an exotic bird perched upon peony branches, comprising: an oval soup tureen, cover and two stands, an 18" oval pl...

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Antique 1890s German Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Extensive Assembled Meissen Blue and White Bird Model Dinner Service, circa 1890

H 1 in Dm 10 in

Large English Porcelain Imari Pattern Dessert and Tea Service, Spode, circa 1815

Located in New York, NY

Iron-red uppercase Spode mark and pattern 2213. Richly painted in the Imari palette and enriched in pale-blue, green and gold with flowering shrubs and a tree, the border with altern...

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Antique 1810s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Large English Porcelain Imari Pattern Dessert and Tea Service, Spode, circa 1815

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Set of 12 Gorham Sterling & Lenox Covered Ramekins Ivory & Gold

By Gorham

Located in Great Barrington, MA

A perfect set of 12 Lenox covered ramekins ready for creme brulee, chocolate mousse or pate. Desserts, first course, these create a lovely presentation with simple and elegant ivory ...

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Vintage 1920s American Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Gorham Sterling & Lenox Covered Ramekins Ivory & Gold

H 1.75 in Dm 3.38 in

Pair of Royal Copenhagen Bone China Demitasse Cups and Saucers circa 1951

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Delightful pair of bone china Royal Copenhagen demitasse cups and saucers One a soft pale pink, the other crushed raspberry. Each decorated with broad gilded bands Circa 1951 All ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Royal Copenhagen Bone China Demitasse Cups and Saucers circa 1951

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H 2.15 in Dm 2.3 in

Venetian Glass Mirror

Located in Essex, MA

With arched scrolled cornice with overlaid glass over a mirror with mirror frame.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Venetian Glass Mirror

H 57 in W 38 in D 1.5 in

Cristalleries De Baccarat, a Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Tsarine Torcheres

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Cristalleries De Baccarat, A Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Twenty-Four Light Tsarine Torcheres, Standing Floor Chandeliers. "A Magnificent Pair of Chandeliers" Each central ...

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20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Cristalleries De Baccarat, a Large Pair of French Cut-Crystal Tsarine Torcheres

H 86 in W 33 in D 33 in

Touraine Flow Blue Henry Alcott Plate

Located in Clearwater, FL

Semi porcelain flow blue plate Henry Alcott. Made in England, circa 1890s.

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Antique 1890s English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Touraine Flow Blue Henry Alcott Plate

H 1.25 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

6 Antique German Dresden Meissen Klemm Carl Thieme Pitcher Tea Cups Plates

By Klemm & Co., Dresden Porcelain, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique lot includes creamer, demitasse cup, and two bone dishes by Dresden, one demitasse cup by Meissen, and one candlestick by Klemm. “The Sächsische Porzellan-Manufaktur Dresden...

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Early 20th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

6 Antique German Dresden Meissen Klemm Carl Thieme Pitcher Tea Cups Plates

H 3.25 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Die Zauberflötte the Magic Flute Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Espresso Set

By Bjorn Wiinblad, Rosenthal

Located in Miami, FL

Reduced From $2,500...Rosenthal Studio Linie by Bjørn Wiinblad Die Zauberflöte Expresso Coffee Set. With the design for the Rosenthal Studio Linie The Magic Flute, the Danish artist...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Die Zauberflötte the Magic Flute Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal Espresso Set

H 7.5 in W 7 in D 4 in

Tassled Venetian Hanging Lantern

Located in East Hampton, NY

Gilded iron and frosted glass with tassel trim, this Venetian style Italian hanging light.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Tassled Venetian Hanging Lantern

H 30 in Dm 12 in

12 Venetian Salviati Large Goblets W/ Gold Leaf Inclusions & Applied Prunts

By Antonio Salviati

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Offering an amazing set of 12 wine goblets that will be the talking point of your dinner conversation. These hand blown goblets scream gold! Clear glass filled with gold leaf and sta...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

12 Venetian Salviati Large Goblets W/ Gold Leaf Inclusions & Applied Prunts

H 9 in Dm 3.28 in

Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker

By Pauly & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Rocking Chairs

Materials

Silver Leaf

Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker

H 33 in W 26 in D 44 in

Coalport Porcelain Plate, New Embossed Relief Moulded with Birds, Regency ca1815

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Located in London, GB

This is a very rare and beautiful plate made by Coalport between 1815 and 1820. The plate is relief moulded in the "New Embossed" shape and has a fabulous pattern in cobalt blue, gil...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Coalport Porcelain Plate, New Embossed Relief Moulded with Birds, Regency ca1815

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Large 17th Century Delft dish Chinoiserie blue and white Delftware Charger Material: Delft, earthenware, pottery. Design: Ming Dynasty Wanli style Chinoiserie Style: Ming, William an...

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Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

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Earthenware, Delft, Pottery

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Arts & Crafts Copper Charger Keswick School of Industrial Arts

By Keswick School of Industrial Art

Located in Elswick, GB

Keswick School of Industrial Arts – A superb Arts & Crafts copper charger. Approximate diameter 57

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Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Decorative Art

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Copper

Arts & Crafts Copper Charger Keswick School of Industrial Arts

H 0.4 in Dm 22.45 in

Antique Mexican Charles Lindbergh Commemorative Platter

Located in San Francisco, CA

, anatolian, bench, bed, bowl, plate, charger, tonala, tlaquepaque, religious, majolica, faience, pottery

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Early 20th Century Mexican Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic

Antique Mexican Charles Lindbergh Commemorative Platter

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A Great Vintage Mexican Santiaguito Body Mask - Circa 1930

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Vintage 1930s Mexican Masks

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Wood

A Great Vintage Mexican Santiaguito Body Mask - Circa 1930

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20th Century Silver Chargers and Plates

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Vintage 1940s American Silver Chargers and Plates

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Sterling Silver

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20th Century American Silver Chargers and Plates

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Early 20th Century Italian Dinner Plates

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Pottery, Stoneware, Paint

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Ceramic

Vintage Marbleized Blue Ceramic Dish.

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Late 20th Century French Platters and Serveware

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Murano Glass

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1851 Sterling Silver Wine Jug and Charger Plate Set

H 11.3 in Dm 4.4 in

Antique Irish Dublin Delftware Blue White Chargers Plates Delamain Ireland Pair

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Extremely Rare Pair Hand Decorated Irish Delft ware wall hanging Chargers or Cabinet Dublin Deep

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Irish Georgian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Irish Dublin Delftware Blue White Chargers Plates Delamain Ireland Pair

H 1.5 in W 9.25 in D 9.25 in

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Charger Meiji Era c1880's Bronze Flying Cranes 14"

Located in Portland, OR

& Antiques. This is a rare Japanese Meiji era (c. 1880's) ornate Cloisonné charger (plate). Made copper

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Charger Meiji Era c1880's Bronze Flying Cranes 14"

H 2 in Dm 14 in

Large Picasso Madoura Charger

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Striking and large charger from the numbered edition of 100 pieces. This plate is fully marked

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Large Picasso Madoura Charger

Dm 6.5 in

Antique Irish Dublin Delftware Blue White Charger Plate Delamain Ireland 18thCt

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Extremely Rare Hand Decorated Irish Delftware wall hanging Charger or Cabinet Dublin Plate by

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Irish Georgian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Irish Dublin Delftware Blue White Charger Plate Delamain Ireland 18thCt

H 13.25 in W 13.25 in D 13.25 in

3 Trompe-L’oeil Majolica chargers/Salad Plates Made in Italy for Neiman Marcus

By Neiman Marcus

Located in Fort Washington, MD

Set of three vintage Italian Majolica plates, each featuring a different embossed fruit design on a

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Majolica, Paint

3 Trompe-L’oeil Majolica chargers/Salad Plates Made in Italy for Neiman Marcus

H 1 in Dm 13 in

Gio' Ponti for Pozzi chargers

Located in New York, NY

Pietra book on him. Plates like this were also part of the Colombari collection auctioned by Wright in

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Platters and Serveware

Gio' Ponti for Pozzi chargers

Dm 10.25 in

Rare Large Charger By Bjorn Wiinblad

By Bjørn Wiinblad

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Large hand painted and signed paper mache plate / charger by Bjorn Wiinblad of Denmark. Measures

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Platters and Serveware

Rare Large Charger By Bjorn Wiinblad

Dm 41.75 in

Frank Stella "Vortex Engraving" Charger, 2000

By Frank Stella

Located in Toronto, Ontario

forces again for a series of porcelain chargers with the artist's creations on the surface. This work

Category

Early 2000s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Other Medium

Frank Stella
Frank Stella "Vortex Engraving" Charger, 2000, 2000

H 12 in W 12 in D 1 in

Massive Ceramic Charger by Robert & Terrie Kvenild for Gumps, San Francisco

By Robert and Terrie Kvenild

Located in Rochester, NY

A very large polychrome glazed ceramic footed charger with all-over bold and beautiful Japonesque

Category

20th Century American American Craftsman Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Massive Ceramic Charger by Robert & Terrie Kvenild for Gumps, San Francisco

H 4.25 in Dm 21 in

Chinese Export "Blood & Milk" Porcelain Charger, c. 1730

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine Chinese export Porcelain Charger, decorated in an interesting variant of the Imari style

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Platters and Serveware

Chinese Export "Blood & Milk" Porcelain Charger, c. 1730

Dm 10.75 in

A Chinese Kraak Charger From the Hatcher Collection

By The Hatcher Collection

Located in Katonah, NY

the History of Trade” page 106 plate 97. The Hatcher Collection was recovered in the 20th century by

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Platters and Serveware

Materials

Porcelain

A Chinese Kraak Charger From the Hatcher Collection

H 2 in Dm 11.5 in

Chinese Republic Nine Dragon Cloisonne Enamel Brass Charger of Monumental Scale

Located in Atlanta, GA

beautifully detailed and richly colored charger (or plate, tray, dish) is a feast for the senses. The story of

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel

Chinese Republic Nine Dragon Cloisonne Enamel Brass Charger of Monumental Scale

H 3.75 in Dm 30.5 in

Fine Pair of Kangxi Blue & White Chargers, China c. 1700

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine pair of Kangxi period (1662-1722) Chargers with excellent underglaze blue decoration, and

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Porcelain

Fine Pair of Kangxi Blue & White Chargers, China c. 1700

Dm 14 in

Early 20th Century Copper Arts & Craft Lidded Jug by J.S.&S

By Joseph Sankey & Sons

Located in London, GB

(chargers or plates), footed and handled trays of many varieties, tea caddies, chambersticks (candle holders

Category

Vintage 1910s English Art Nouveau More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Copper

Early 20th Century Copper Arts & Craft Lidded Jug by J.S.&S

H 6.3 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in

Vintage Marbleized Ceramic Dish.

By Grazia Daruta

Located in Oakland Park, FL

Vintage marbleized ceramic charger plate/serving dish. Signed by artist.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Marbleized Ceramic Dish.

H 1.5 in Dm 11.5 in

Tapio Wirrkala for Rosenthal Studio Line

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. inventory: 12 Bread and Butters, 12 Salad Plates, 12 Dinner Plates, 12 Chargers, 12 Soup Bowls, 11 Cream

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Tapio Wirrkala for Rosenthal Studio Line

H 1 in Dm 11.25 in

Sevrin Roesen Still Life Painting Still Life with Fruit on a Platter, American

By Severin Roesen

Located in Downingtown, PA

illustrated as plate 52 in her book. O'toole writes. Scholars believe Roesen’s studio was modeled in the

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American American Classical Decorative Art

Materials

Canvas

Sevrin Roesen Still Life Painting Still Life with Fruit on a Platter, American

H 35.75 in W 49 in D 3 in

Set of Nine Large French Modern Stoneware Chargers in 18th C Salt-Glazed Style

By Poterie Milon S

Located in Katonah, NY

. These chargers would look great paired with any colorful plate. Dimensions: 11.75" diameter x 1.25

Category

Late 20th Century French American Colonial Dinner Plates

Materials

Stoneware

Set of Nine Large French Modern Stoneware Chargers in 18th C Salt-Glazed Style

H 1.25 in Dm 11.75 in

Carini Italia Mid-Century Abstract Italian Faïence 12" Dinner Plates, S/8

By Carini Italia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

plates, large enough to be used as chargers or buffet plates. Hand glazed in bold and vibrant coloring

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

Carini Italia Mid-Century Abstract Italian Faïence 12" Dinner Plates, S/8

H 1 in Dm 12 in

Brilliant Huge 22" Japanese Imari Charger "Ozara" Spectacular Brocades

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, Imari early 20th century charger “ozara,” “ Spectacular Brocades” in an array of gold gilt

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Brilliant Huge 22" Japanese Imari Charger "Ozara" Spectacular Brocades

H 22 in W 22 in D 0.5 in

Early American Pattern Glass Opaque White Lace Edge Milk Square Plate, 1880-1890

Located in Philadelphia, PA

corners, and a deep raised footing. The plates work well alone, seated on chargers or mixed in with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Dinner Plates

Materials

Milk Glass

Early American Pattern Glass Opaque White Lace Edge Milk Square Plate, 1880-1890

H 7.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Eleven Piece Collection of Antique Japanese Imari

Located in Port Chester, NY

An 11-piece collection of Japanese Imari porcelain serving plates and bowls. Hand painted in

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Eleven Piece Collection of Antique Japanese Imari

Dm 12 in

Set of 4 Brass and Sterling Modernist Charger Plates

Located in New York, NY

This set of 4 brass and sterling charger plates are of a rounded square form with two bands of

Category

20th Century Platters and Serveware

Set of 4 Brass and Sterling Modernist Charger Plates

H 2 in Dm 12.25 in

Antique Irish Dublin Delftware Blue White Charger Plate Delamain Ireland Pair

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An Extremely Rare Pair Hand Decorated Irish Delft ware wall hanging Charger or Cabinet Dublin Deep

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Irish Georgian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Irish Dublin Delftware Blue White Charger Plate Delamain Ireland Pair

H 1.25 in W 13.25 in D 13.25 in

Antique 18th Century De Klaauw Dutch Delft Pottery Peacock Charger / Wall Plate

By De Klaauw

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine 18th Century Delft charger or wall plate. By the De Klaauw Factory. In the Peacock

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Antique 18th Century De Klaauw Dutch Delft Pottery Peacock Charger / Wall Plate

H 2 in Dm 12.5 in

Japanese Blue and White Charger Peonies, 19th Century

Located in South Burlington, VT

popular among wealthy Japanese elite. These big plates were hand crafted at Arita, Kyushu island, an early

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Blue and White Charger Peonies, 19th Century

H 1.75 in W 16 in D 16 in

Set of 12 Rare Hand-Wrought Sterling Silver Chargers by Allan Adler

By Allan Adler

Located in New York, NY

These exquisite chargers are hand-wrought by Allan Adler and made of 230.42 troy ounces of sterling

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Set of 12 Rare Hand-Wrought Sterling Silver Chargers by Allan Adler

H 0.5 in Dm 12 in

Large Antique Chinese Decorative Plate

Located in New York, NY

A large circa 1920's Chinese "Famille Rose" charger. Measurements: Diameter: 16" Depth: 2.5".

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Antique Chinese Decorative Plate

H 2.5 in Dm 16 in

Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Plate Beach Scene, Swimmer

By Jean Lurçat

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Jean Lurcat glazed fired enamel wall plaque ceramic plate limited edition hand inscribed

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Jean Lurçat
Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Plate Beach Scene, Swimmer, c.1950's

H 9 in W 9 in

Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Plate Ceramique Sant Vicens

By Jean Lurçat

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Jean Lurcat glazed fired enamel wall plaque ceramic plate limited edition hand inscribed

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Jean Lurçat
Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Plate Ceramique Sant Vicens, c.1950's

H 10.5 in W 10.5 in

Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Plate Tete a Tete Masques

By Jean Lurçat

Located in Surfside, FL

Vintage Jean Lurcat glazed fired enamel wall plaque ceramic plate limited edition hand inscribed

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern More Art

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze

Jean Lurçat
Vintage French Modernist Jean Lurcat Glazed Ceramic Plate Tete a Tete Masques, c.1950's

H 10 in W 10 in

Antique Limoges France Daffodil Painting on Porcelain Cabinet or Wall Plate

By Limoges

Located in Tustin, CA

large porcelain work of art cabinet, charger or wall display plate from the 1890's. This expertly

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Limoges France Daffodil Painting on Porcelain Cabinet or Wall Plate

H 12.5 in Dm 12.5 in

Set of 4 Baccarat French Cut Crystal Wine Glasses, 8 Available

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

ref. #: LU1314225850582 (SOLD.) For English dinner plates and wicker seashell plate chargers shown

Category

Late 20th Century French Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 4 Baccarat French Cut Crystal Wine Glasses, 8 Available

H 6.13 in Dm 3 in

Mid-Century Bamboo Cane Oval Rattan Glass Dining Table Frankl Style by McGuire

By McGuire

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

plates and chargers. Think lots of tropical flowers and of course all food summer-inspired. We can

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Glass, Cane

Mid-Century Bamboo Cane Oval Rattan Glass Dining Table Frankl Style by McGuire

H 28 in Dm 72 in

PUIFORCAT French Sterling Silver Serving Dish 11" Louis XVI Pattern

By Emile Puiforcat

Located in Triaize, Pays de Loire

PUIFORCAT French Sterling Silver Serving Dish 11" Louis XVI Pattern Louis XVI Pattern for this rare serving Dish in sterling silver. Finesse of design and quality of execution rar...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Silver Chargers and Plates

Materials

Sterling Silver

PUIFORCAT French Sterling Silver Serving Dish 11" Louis XVI Pattern

Dm 11 in

Set of Oak Chargers by Larsen

Located in New York, NY

Rare set of 10 Oak Chargers designed by Larsen in the 1950's. Each plate was routed out of Solid

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Dinner Plates

Set of Oak Chargers by Larsen

Dm 11 in

Vintage set of TEN (10) Gold Encrusted DINNER.Charger Plates Circe 1918-1939

By Peerless

Located in St. Petersburg, FL

This set was manufactured by the Schmidt and Co. in Bohemia and sold a "blanks" to the American Decorating company PEERLESS. The Peerless Decorating company did the beautiful decorat...

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage set of TEN (10) Gold Encrusted DINNER.Charger Plates Circe 1918-1939

H 8 in W 11 in D 11 in

Japanese Imari Charger With Wood and Mother of Pearl

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Japanese Imari Charger With Wood and Mother of Pearl Stand. Beautiful carved wood with Mother of

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Dinner Plates

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Japanese Imari Charger With Wood and Mother of Pearl

H 30.5 in Dm 18.75 in

Great 17th Century, Hispano Moresque Copper Luster Charger

Located in Montecito, CA

Beautiful early Hispano Moresque charger. Wonderful old staple repair. Wonderful early luster. Free

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Great 17th Century, Hispano Moresque Copper Luster Charger

H 4 in Dm 14.25 in

Set of Deco Pierrot Dishes by Limoges

Located in San Francisco, CA

Lapis blue porcelain plates with larger charger. A wonderful desert set. These have been very

Category

Early 20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Deco Pierrot Dishes by Limoges

William Spratling Sterling Silver Service Set

By William Spratling

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rare sterling silver service set of 12. Dinner chargers, salad plates, butter plates and goblets

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Modern Dinner Plates

William Spratling Sterling Silver Service Set

Marianna Von Allesch Reverse Decorated Charger Plate

Located in Southfield, MI

Square glass display charger by Marianna Von Alesch, noted period ceramist and artist. Unusual

Category

Vintage 1940s American Glass

Marianna Von Allesch Reverse Decorated Charger Plate

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in

BUCCELLATI Laura Sterling Silver Set of Twelve Charger Plates

Located in Big Bend, WI

Set of 12 sterling charger plates in Laura by Buccellati, 24 ozt each, excellent quality, circa

Category

Italian Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

BUCCELLATI Laura Sterling Silver Set of Twelve Charger Plates

Dm 12 in

set of eight dinner chargers

Located in New York, NY

set of eight vico magistretti silver plated dinner chargers.

Category

20th Century Italian Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

set of eight dinner chargers

Dm 12.25 in

Perignem - Eagle charger

By Perignem

Located in Brussels, BE

One-off plate executed by Perignem, Belgian ceramic workshop located in Flanders, circa 1960. Solid

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Ceramics

Perignem - Eagle charger

H 16.54 in Dm 13.78 in

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What are glass charger plates?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Charger plates are decorative plates that are slightly larger than dinner plates. They are designed to go under the dinner plate, adding style to the table while protecting it from heat and spills. They are made from a variety of materials, including glass. Shop a collection of beautiful charger plates on 1stDibs.
What is a service plate?
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A service plate is a large plate used for serving a multi-course meal. A service plate is never used to serve or eat food directly from; it is used as a base plate for appetizers, soup, and salad. Shop a variety of antique and vintage service plates on 1stDibs.
What is Sheffield plate?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Sheffield plate is a layered combination of silver and copper.
What are Imari plates?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Imari is the Western term for Arita ware, or Japanese porcelain made at the Arita kilns. Imari porcelain was very popular in the 17th and 18th century and was produced in large quantities. Typically these items were made with an underglaze of blue, with additional colors added in an overglaze style. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
What is an Imari plate?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
An Imari plate is crafted from a style of Japanese porcelain made in the region now known as Arita. These plates and other Imari ware are brightly colored. Find a collection of antique and vintage Imari plates on 1stDibs today.
What is an armorial plate?
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An armorial plate, also known as heraldic china, is a ceramic plate decorated with the coat of arms of either a family or an institution, typically European. You’ll find a variety of armorial plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a canape plate?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A canape plate is also known as an appetizer plate. It's generally smaller than a salad plate, making it just big enough for a few hors d'oeuvres.
What is a plate rack?
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A plate rack is a piece of storage furniture with vertical or horizontal rods designed to hold dishes. Most mount on the wall, but you can also find freestanding racks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage plate racks.
What is a majolica plate?
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A majolica plate is a decorative piece of pottery that has a round flat shape. It is a heavy clay vessel that features a painted and glazed enamel finish. It emerged from 15th-century Italy but quickly became popular in Spain. Later examples come from Victorian England. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of majolica plates.
What is a melamine plate?
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Melamine plates, and dinnerware as a whole, are crafted with an organic-based material that makes it shatter-resistant and more durable than standard plastic. On 1stDibs, find a collection of melamine dinnerware from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are cloisonne plates?
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Cloisonne plates are decorative enamel plates. Cloisonne refers to a type of enameling technique where wires are soldered in place on the plate to be decorated and filled with a single color of enamel. Shop a range of antique cloisonne plates on 1stDibs.
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A Wedgwood plate is a flat round dish produced by Wedgwood, a manufacturer based in Stoke-on-Trent, UK, that opened in 1759. Depending on the design, the plates may function purely as decorative objects or be suitable for serving food. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Wedgwood plates.
What is a Blue Willow plate?
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A Blue Willow plate is a flat transferware pottery dish that features a particular Chinoiserie landscape pattern called Blue Willow. Thomas Turner introduced the pattern in 1779. Traditional Chinese blue and white porcelain served as his inspiration. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Blue Willow ceramics.
What is a cake plate called?
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A cake plate is called a cake stand. It’s a pedestal-like structure with a plate on top on which pastries and cakes are decorated or served. A cake stand can be with a single plate or multiple plates and can be arranged with spinning support in the middle. A cake stand comes in varied materials like wood, plastic, glass or metal. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage cake stands.
What is a bread and butter plate?
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Bread and butter are separated from the sauce, gravy, and fluids from other items on the dish using the bread-and-butter plate. When a plate isn't available, a slice of bread or a roll is placed on the tablecloth or the rim of the dinner plate, which also holds the butter. Find a collection of antique and vintage bread and butter plates on 1stDibs today.
What is an antique silver plate?
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Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a fireplace back plate?
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A fireplace back plate is a piece of metal that goes on the wall in the back of the fireplace. While most are highly decorative, the plates actually serve the functional purpose of protecting the fireplace from soot and heat. Find a variety of antique fireplace back plates on 1stDibs.
How can I hang Fornasetti plates?
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To hang Fornasetti plates, thread a length of string through the two small holes found on the tops of their backs. Tie the string in a secure knot and then hang from a nail, screw or hook. Avoid using plate hanger hardware, as it could crack or damage the plates. You'll find a collection of Fornasetti plates on 1stDibs.
Are wooden plates hygienic?
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Yes, wooden plates are perfectly hygienic. These plates can be used to eat, serve, or prepare food provided that they are properly cleaned and sanitized. In case the wooden plates are cracked, chipped, or stained, it is important to replace them. Find a collection of wooden serveware, tableware and more on 1stDibs. .
What is the hallmark for silver plate?
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The hallmark for silver plate depends on the manufacturer. Most often, companies do not place hallmarks on silver plate. This differs from sterling silver, which usually bears a 925 mark. In some cases, companies may stamp "plated" or a similar term, but this is uncommon. On 1stDibs, find a range of silver plate serveware and decorative objects.