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 porcelain plate?

A porcelain plate is a dish made out of a material called porcelain. A type of ceramic, porcelain is made out of highly refined clay that gets fired at high temperatures. Porcelain plates have an appealing translucent appearance and are harder and less porous than other types of ceramic dinnerware. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of porcelain plates.

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 color should Dinner plates be?

Dinner plates come in a variety of colors, and it’s a matter of personal choice. Based on the mood and theme of your kitchen and dining area you could choose colors that complement it. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dinner plates in different colors and materials for you to choose from.

What is a plate holder called?

A plate holder is also called a dish rack. A plate holder in the kitchen is used to store plates or to drain plates after they are washed. It keeps plates in a safe and organized manner. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage plate holders.

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 are copper plates used for?

Copper plates are often preferred by chefs as the cookware of choice because copper is an excellent heat conductor. For dinnerware, the aesthetics are a bonus, with the copper of the plate giving off a rustic, earthy appeal. You can shop a selection of copper dinnerware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I display Fornasetti plates?

How you display Fornasetti plates is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer to rest them flat on a low table or shelf, while others position them upright on plate stands. You can also thread string or twine through the two holes found on the back of every piece and display it as wall art. Find a collection of Fornasetti plates on 1stDibs.

What is antique silver plating?

Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.

What size is a dessert plate?

Although dessert plates can range in sizes, these plates typically measure around 8 to 10 inches in diameter. Sometimes, however, smaller plates are used for more delicate desserts.

Who is the woman on the Fornasetti plates?

Opera singer Natalina ‘Lina’ Cavalieri is the face that inspired Piero Fornasetti throughout his artistic career, from his plates to wallpaper and more. Lina Cavalieri was known as the most beautiful woman in the world during her lifetime from 1874-1944. It was eight years after Cavalieri’s death that Fornasetti came across her image in a magazine and was thereby inspired to replicate it repetitively. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Fornasetti plates from some of the world’s top sellers.

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Wedgwood Majolica Tortoiseshell Seafood Plates, Set of 8

By Josiah Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

tortoiseshell glazed seafood salad plates. Each plate shows a variation of the tortoiseshell glazing of green

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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Majolica Tortoiseshell Seafood Plates, Set of 8

H 1 in Dm 8.5 in

French Faïence Longchamp Pompadour Hand-Painted Asparagus Plate

By Longchamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A French earthenware, majolica glazed asparagus plate, molded by Longchamp in the Pompadour pattern

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

French Faïence Longchamp Pompadour Hand-Painted Asparagus Plate

H 0.75 in Dm 9.75 in

Set of SIX Georgian Mason's Dinner Plates, Small Vase Flowers and Rocks Ptn

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a fine early set of six ironstone pottery dinner plates made by the Mason's factory at

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Ironstone

Set of SIX Georgian Mason's Dinner Plates, Small Vase Flowers and Rocks Ptn

H 1 in Dm 9.38 in

Robert Picault - Plates (4x)

By Robert Picault

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product Description: The four deep plates on offer here have been designed by Robert Picault (1919

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Late 20th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Robert Picault - Plates (4x)

H 1.58 in Dm 7.88 in

St Clément Trompe L’Oeil St. Yellow Lemon Wedge Center Oyster Plate

By Saint-Clément

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A French majolica glazed oyster plate from the faïence factory of Saint-Clément, Circa 1920-1930

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

St Clément Trompe L’Oeil St. Yellow Lemon Wedge Center Oyster Plate

H 1 in Dm 10 in

French Faïence Longchamp Terre de Fer Pavots Art Nouveau Floral Plate

By Longchamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From the Longchamp Faience factory, founded in Burgundy, France in 1832, Terre de Fer plates in the

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

French Faïence Longchamp Terre de Fer Pavots Art Nouveau Floral Plate

H 1.25 in Dm 10 in

Copeland Spode English 'Patricia' Chintz Floral Transferware Dinner Plates, S/6

By Copeland Spode

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of six dinner plates in the floral ‘Patricia’ pattern, Copeland Spode, England, circa 1912

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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Copeland Spode English 'Patricia' Chintz Floral Transferware Dinner Plates, S/6

H 1 in Dm 10.5 in

Creil Et Montereau Ironstone Terre De Fer Red ‘Tournesol’ Sunflower Dinner Plate

By Creil et Montereau

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Creil and Montereau Faïenceries, a Terre de Fer ironstone plate in the Sunflower pattern

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

Creil Et Montereau Ironstone Terre De Fer Red ‘Tournesol’ Sunflower Dinner Plate

H 1 in Dm 9.25 in

Six Early Masons Ironstone Dinner Plates Harlequin Set Some Rare, circa 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a harlequin set of six Mason's ironstone dinner plates, all dating to the earliest period

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Antique Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Dinner Plates

Materials

Ironstone

Six Early Masons Ironstone Dinner Plates Harlequin Set Some Rare, circa 1818

H 1 in Dm 9.38 in

Creil et Montereau Faïence Transferware Assiette Parlantes Face Card Plates, S/8

By Creil et Montereau

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A charming set of eight HBCM, Hippolyte Boulenger Creil Montereau Playing Card Faience Plates

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Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Creil et Montereau Faïence Transferware Assiette Parlantes Face Card Plates, S/8

H 1 in Dm 8.75 in

Excellent Set of Six Silver Underplates Allesandria near Turin Italy circa 1970

Located in Vienna, AT

Italian Silver Excellent Set of Six Underplates of Stunning Elegance. (S268) - the plates have

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Vintage 1970s French Dinner Plates

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Sterling Silver

Excellent Set of Six Silver Underplates Allesandria near Turin Italy circa 1970

H 0.68 in Dm 10.28 in

Royal Copenhagen, "4 All Seasons". Set of four dinner plates in faience

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Royal Copenhagen, "4 All Seasons". A set of four dinner plates in faience with green glaze. Dating

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1990s Danish Dinner Plates

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Faience

Royal Copenhagen, "4 All Seasons". Set of four dinner plates in faience

H 0.79 in Dm 12.21 in

Royal Copenhagen, "4 All Seasons". Set of three dinner plates in faience

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Royal Copenhagen, "4 All Seasons". A set of three dinner plates in faience with green glaze

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1990s Danish Dinner Plates

Materials

Faience

Royal Copenhagen, "4 All Seasons". Set of three dinner plates in faience

H 0.79 in Dm 12.21 in

Barr Flight & Barr Set of 10 Plates, Neoclassical Orange Vines, 1804- 1813

By Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous set of large plates made by Barr, Flight & Barr between 1804 and 1813. The

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Antique Early 1800s English Neoclassical Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Barr Flight & Barr Set of 10 Plates, Neoclassical Orange Vines, 1804- 1813

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H 0.75 in Dm 9.5 in

Antique Elkington Electrotype Silver Plate Figural Charger by Morel-Ladeuil

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique English electroplate charger. By Elkingto & Co. Designed by Léonard Morel-Ladeuil for the 1876 Philadelphia Exhibition. In the Neo-Grec manner with a stylized Pomp...

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Antique 1870s French Neoclassical Silver Chargers and Plates

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Silver Plate

Antique Elkington Electrotype Silver Plate Figural Charger by Morel-Ladeuil

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D 1.5 in Dm 20.5 in

Flow Blue Ironstone Plates

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These four flow blue ironstone plates were the design inspiration of the Gloire de Dijon rose, an

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dinner Plates

Flow Blue Ironstone Plates

H 0.5 in Dm 10 in

Bloor Derby Set of 10 Plates, Fruit Paintings by Thomas Steel, Regency 1820-1825

By Thomas Steel, Bloor Derby

Located in London, GB

This is a spectacular and very rare set of ten dessert plates made by Derby in about 1825, which

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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Set of 10 Plates, Fruit Paintings by Thomas Steel, Regency 1820-1825

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H 0.75 in Dm 9.25 in

Flora Danica Reindeer Dinner Plate

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in New Orleans, LA

A reindeer is the star of the snowy scene on this extraordinarily rare porcelain dinner plate

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20th Century Danish Other Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Flora Danica Reindeer Dinner Plate

H 1.75 in Dm 10.13 in

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dinnerware 20 Large Plates and 20 Small Plates Light

By Massimo Vignelli

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful set of 20 large 10-inch dinner plates and 20 smaller 8-inch salad plates in light yellow

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Plastic

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dinnerware 20 Large Plates and 20 Small Plates Light

H 1 in Dm 9.75 in

Cauldon Dinner Plates, Set of 12

By Cauldon

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a beautifully decorated set of 12 Cauldon dinner plates that date to the first half of the

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Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Cauldon Dinner Plates, Set of 12

H 1.5 in Dm 10.5 in

400 Oz Edwardian Sterling Silver Set of 12 Plates & 12 Soup Plates London 1910

Located in London, London

Silver Set of Plates, comprises 12 dinner plates and 12 soup plates, all with gadroon borders and each

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Dinner Plates

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Sterling Silver

400 Oz Edwardian Sterling Silver Set of 12 Plates & 12 Soup Plates London 1910

H 4.73 in Dm 9.85 in

Set of Twelve Paris Exhibition Plates

By Sarraguemines

Located in New York, NY

Set of twelve Paris Exhibition plates. Twelve Sarraguemines creamware souvenir plates from the

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Antique Late 19th Century French Dinner Plates

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Creamware

Set of Twelve Paris Exhibition Plates

H 1 in Dm 8.5 in

Zodiaco Dinner Set of 12 Plates

By Laboratorio Paravicini

Located in Milan, IT

up at night. It consists of 12 plates each one with a zodiacal sign. All the pieces are made in top

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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Zodiaco Dinner Set of 12 Plates

H 0.4 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Antique 1920s American Sterling Silver Plate

By S. Kirk & Sons

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique American sterling silver plate; an addition to

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Vintage 1920s American Dinner Plates

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 1920s American Sterling Silver Plate

H 0.4 in Dm 14 in

Mid-Century Majolica Oyster Plate Vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Austin, TX

Mid-Century Ceramic Oyster Plate Vallauris circa 1950. All differents colors , plates are sold

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Majolica Oyster Plate Vallauris

H 1 in Dm 9.5 in

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Astrolabe Plate

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Downingtown, PA

Vintage Piero Fornasetti astrolabe plate, Numbered #7 in Series 1960s-mid 1970s. The Piero

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

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Porcelain

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Astrolabe Plate

H 0.75 in Dm 8.25 in

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Lemon Fruit Plate

By Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Wedgwood and in the color way known as Argenta, a fruit plate, England, circa 1875. Showing a

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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Lemon Fruit Plate

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Melon Fruit Plate

By Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Wedgwood and in the color way known as Argenta, a fruit plate, England, circa 1875. Showing a

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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Melon Fruit Plate

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Apple Fruit Plate

By Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Wedgwood and in the color way known as Argenta, a fruit plate, England, circa 1875. Showing a

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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Apple Fruit Plate

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Pear Fruit Plate

By Wedgwood

Located in Philadelphia, PA

From Wedgwood and in the color way known as Argenta, a fruit plate, England, circa 1875. Showing a

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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Dinner Plates

Materials

Earthenware

Wedgwood Argenta Majolica Pear Fruit Plate

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Stig Lindberg Earthenware Plate After Picasso

By Stig Lindberg

Located in Downingtown, PA

Stig Lindberg Earthenware Plate, Piazza made for Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s-early 1960's

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Pottery

Stig Lindberg Earthenware Plate After Picasso

H 0.75 in Dm 7.5 in

12 Sevres Louis Philippe Hunting Plates

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in New Haven, CT

12 Sèvres Louis-Philippe hunting pattern luncheon/salad plates, that he had produced for Chateau de

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Louis Philippe Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

12 Sevres Louis Philippe Hunting Plates

H 0.5 in Dm 8.75 in

Unique French Artist's Ceramic Dinner Plates

By L.F.O.

Located in Paris, FR

Ceramic earthenware Faience dinner plate artist creation, all handmade in France. Using plaques of

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2010s French Other Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Unique French Artist's Ceramic Dinner Plates

H 0.4 in Dm 9.85 in

Unique French Artist's Ceramic Dinner Plates

By L.F.O.

Located in Paris, FR

Ceramic earthenware Faience dinner plate artist creation, all handmade in France. Using plaques of

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2010s French Other Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Unique French Artist's Ceramic Dinner Plates

H 1.58 in Dm 7.88 in

Unique French Artist's Ceramic Dinner Plates

By L.F.O.

Located in Paris, FR

Ceramic earthenware Faience dinner plate artist creation, all handmade in France. Using plaques of

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2010s French Other Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Unique French Artist's Ceramic Dinner Plates

H 0.79 in Dm 11.03 in

Corrispondenze, Six Contemporary Decorated Porcelain Dessert Plates

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

states are France, England, Germany, Greece, Austria and Spain. Set of six 21cm diameter dessert plates.

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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Corrispondenze, Six Contemporary Decorated Porcelain Dessert Plates

H 0.4 in Dm 8.27 in

Corrispondenze, Six Contemporary Decorated Porcelain Dinner Plates

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

states are France, England, Germany, Greece, Austria and Spain. Set of six 28cm diameter dinner plates.

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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Corrispondenze, Six Contemporary Decorated Porcelain Dinner Plates

H 0.4 in Dm 11.03 in

Corrispondenze, Six Contemporary Decorated Porcelain Bread Plates

By Vito Nesta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

plates.

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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Corrispondenze, Six Contemporary Decorated Porcelain Bread Plates

H 0.4 in Dm 6.3 in

Japanese Imari Dinner Plates, Set of 10

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a very good set of 10 Japanese Imari hand painted dinner plates that date to the Meiji

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Antique 1890s Japanese Japonisme Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Imari Dinner Plates, Set of 10

H 1.25 in Dm 10 in

Wedgwood Black Basalt Plates, Set of 6

By Wedgwood

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful set of six (6) English black basalt plates by Wedgwood, circa early to mid-20th century

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20th Century English Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Wedgwood Black Basalt Plates, Set of 6

H 0.75 in Dm 5.88 in

Black Cristal Algues Plates by Maison Lalique.

By Marie-Claude Lalique

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

The Algues plates were created by Marie Claude lalique for Lalique which she had inherited from her

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Glass

Black Cristal Algues Plates by Maison Lalique.

H 0.79 in Dm 7.88 in

Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Seashell Plates, Conchyliorum Pattern

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Downingtown, PA

Piero Fornasetti porcelain gilt pair of seashell plates, Conchyliorum pattern, Set of six plates

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Piero Fornasetti Porcelain Seashell Plates, Conchyliorum Pattern

H 1 in Dm 10.25 in

Double Arch Salad Plate Terracotta Handmade Ceramic

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Dinner Plate: 10.5”dia x 1.2”high Salad Plate: 9"dia x 0.75"high Bowl: 6.5"dia x 1.75"high Care

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2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Terracotta

Double Arch Salad Plate Terracotta Handmade Ceramic

H 0.75 in Dm 9 in

19th Century Majolica Rooster Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with rooster signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890. The manufacture

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Rooster Plate Choisy Le Roi

H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

French Majolica Asparagus Plates, Set of 8

By GOLDSCHEIDERSCHE PORZELLAN-MANUFACTUR UND MAJOLICA-FABRIK (1885-1953)

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Set of eight French majolica asparagus plates. A rare find. Each majolica plate showcases asparagus

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Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

French Majolica Asparagus Plates, Set of 8

H 10 in Dm 10 in

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with a pheasant in the woods signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

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H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with a pheasant in the woods signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with a pheasant in the woods signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

Unique French Artist Ceramic Dinner Soup Plates

By L.F.O.

Located in Paris, FR

Ceramic earthenware faience dinner soup plate artist creation, all handmade in France. Or

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2010s French Other Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Unique French Artist Ceramic Dinner Soup Plates

H 1.58 in Dm 7.88 in

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with a pheasant in the woods signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

Materia Set of 6 Round Aquamarine Charger Plates

Located in Milan, IT

design of the six charger plates making up this vibrant ceramic set. Speckles in dappled brown are

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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Materia Set of 6 Round Aquamarine Charger Plates

H 1.19 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

William Pitts & Joseph Preedy Antique Sterling Silver Plate

By William Pitts & Joseph Preedy

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver plate; an addition

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Antique 1790s English George III Dinner Plates

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

William Pitts & Joseph Preedy Antique Sterling Silver Plate

H 0.8 in Dm 9.6 in

Set of Six Majolica Glazed Asparagus Serving Plates

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A charming set of six earthenware hand-painted square asparagus plates, with a pair of Majolica

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Antique Early 1900s French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Majolica, Porcelain

Set of Six Majolica Glazed Asparagus Serving Plates

H 1.58 in Dm 9.45 in

Casa Cubista Blue Dash Striped Terracotta Salad Plates

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Casa Cubista Dash Pattern Plates in Blue glaze are the perfect addition to any dinner party or

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2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Casa Cubista Blue Dash Striped Terracotta Salad Plates

H 0.75 in Dm 9 in

Pair of Italian Fornasetti Musical Instrument Themed Plates

By Fornasetti

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Beautiful Italian musical instrument plates by Piero Fornasetti, an Italian versatile and eclectic

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Vintage 1970s Italian Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Italian Fornasetti Musical Instrument Themed Plates

H 0.25 in Dm 10.5 in

19th Century Majolica Rooster Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with rooster signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890. The manufacture

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

19th Century Majolica Rooster Plate Choisy Le Roi

H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

19th Century Majolica Peacock Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with a peacock signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890. The

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Majolica

19th Century Majolica Peacock Plate Choisy Le Roi

H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica plate with a pheasant in the woods signed Hippolyte Boulenger Choisy le Roi, circa 1890

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Antique 1890s French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Pheasant Plate Choisy Le Roi

H 0.5 in Dm 8.7 in

Casa Cubista Blue Dash Striped Terracotta Dinner Plates

Located in West Hollywood, CA

. Casa Cubista Dash Plates and Bowls will add a touch of elegance to your décor. Handmade and hand

Category

2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Casa Cubista Blue Dash Striped Terracotta Dinner Plates

H 0.75 in Dm 10.75 in

Casa Cubista Blue Ray Striped Terracotta Dinner Plates

Located in West Hollywood, CA

. Casa Cubista Dash Plates and Bowls will add a touch of elegance to your décor. Handmade and hand

Category

2010s Portuguese Rustic Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Casa Cubista Blue Ray Striped Terracotta Dinner Plates

H 0.75 in Dm 10.75 in

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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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 porcelain plate?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
A porcelain plate is a dish made out of a material called porcelain. A type of ceramic, porcelain is made out of highly refined clay that gets fired at high temperatures. Porcelain plates have an appealing translucent appearance and are harder and less porous than other types of ceramic dinnerware. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of porcelain plates.
What is a service plate?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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 color should Dinner plates be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Dinner plates come in a variety of colors, and it’s a matter of personal choice. Based on the mood and theme of your kitchen and dining area you could choose colors that complement it. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dinner plates in different colors and materials for you to choose from.
What is a plate holder called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A plate holder is also called a dish rack. A plate holder in the kitchen is used to store plates or to drain plates after they are washed. It keeps plates in a safe and organized manner. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage plate holders.
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 are copper plates used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Copper plates are often preferred by chefs as the cookware of choice because copper is an excellent heat conductor. For dinnerware, the aesthetics are a bonus, with the copper of the plate giving off a rustic, earthy appeal. You can shop a selection of copper dinnerware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I display Fornasetti plates?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
How you display Fornasetti plates is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer to rest them flat on a low table or shelf, while others position them upright on plate stands. You can also thread string or twine through the two holes found on the back of every piece and display it as wall art. Find a collection of Fornasetti plates on 1stDibs.
What is antique silver plating?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What size is a dessert plate?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Although dessert plates can range in sizes, these plates typically measure around 8 to 10 inches in diameter. Sometimes, however, smaller plates are used for more delicate desserts.
Who is the woman on the Fornasetti plates?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Opera singer Natalina ‘Lina’ Cavalieri is the face that inspired Piero Fornasetti throughout his artistic career, from his plates to wallpaper and more. Lina Cavalieri was known as the most beautiful woman in the world during her lifetime from 1874-1944. It was eight years after Cavalieri’s death that Fornasetti came across her image in a magazine and was thereby inspired to replicate it repetitively. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Fornasetti plates from some of the world’s top sellers.