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Dinner Plates For Sale
Set 15 English Antique Dinner Plates Soup Dishes & Platter Ca. 1860
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of nine dinner plates, six matching soup dishes, and a platter painted in Spode's "Peacock" pattern was made by Copeland Spode circa 1860. The "Peacock" pattern was first made by Spode circa 1820. The pattern features two peacocks...
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Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Dinner Plates

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Ironstone

19th Century Dinner Service for 12 in Fine Limoges Porcelain with Gilded Rim
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb 50-piece dinner service in delicate white Limoges porcelain, each piece edged with a fine rim of gilt, and bearing the elaborately formed monogramme 'DP'. Lids and handles ...
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19th Century French Antique Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set Eight Wedgwood Dinner Plates Mared Pattern Made England Circa 1840
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of eight blue and white dinner plates is painted in Wedgwood's Mared pattern. The pattern is characterized by a beautiful shell edge and a loop of "pearls" encircling the ce...
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1840s English Neoclassical Antique Dinner Plates

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Earthenware

Il Viaggio di Nettuno Moss Green Place Holder/Centerpiece by GINORI 1735
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by Luke Edward Hall's love of Greco-Roman mythology, the Viaggio di Nettuno collection represents a creative vision where classical dialogues with modern. A superb object of...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Piero Fornasetti Hot Air Balloon Plates, Mongolfiere Pattern, Set of Six
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti Hot Air Balloon Plates, Mongolfiere Pattern, Set of Six, 1970s. The Set of Piero Fornasetti plates depict different scenes of hist...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dinner Plates

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Pottery

Il Viaggio di Nettuno Set of 4 Bread Plates by Luke Edward Hall by GINORI 1735
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant set of four bread plates a vibrant dance of colors and a stunning combination of classic and modern aesthetics. Designed by Luke Edward Hall, these pieces in porcelain i...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Majolica Palissy Fish Heads Oyster Plate Thomas Sergent, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Majolica Palissy oyster plate attributed to Thomas Sergent with fishs heads, circa 1880.
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1880s French Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

French Majolica Pink Daisy Plate Orchies, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica pink daisy plate Orchies, circa 1890.
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Oriente Italiano Iris Set of 6 Dinner Plates by GINORI 1735
Located in Milan, IT
A superb addition to any elegant decor, this set of six dinner plates will imbue with delicate charm and timeless allure any special occasion. Part of the Oriente Italiano collection...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Oriente Italiano Rubrum Set Of 4 Coasters by GINORI 1735
Located in Milan, IT
Set of 4 Rubrum Decorative Coasters from the Oriente Italiano Collection. These four red porcelain coasters, featuring intricate floral patterns. The gold trim enhances the beauty of...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set of 3 Plates The Road to Heaven Is Paved with Excess in Green by GINORI 1735
Located in Milan, IT
This superb set is part of a collection created by renowned jewelry designer Ippolita Rostagno. The quote by English poet William Blake, "The Road to Heaven Is Paved with Excess" is ...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Gold

Astronomici n.1 Decorative Plate by Fornasetti
Located in Milan, IT
This hand-decorated porcelain plate is adorned with exquisite zodiac designs, making this a true collector's item. Any minor discrepancies are the result of craftsmanship and attest ...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Oriente Italiano Malachite Set of 6 Soup Plates by GINORI 1735
Located in Milan, IT
Stunning and poetically evocative of an exotic landscape, the decoration on this set of six soup bowls is part of the Oriente Italiano Collection. This decoration combines the use of...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Porcelain Costantinople 11 Set of 2 Dessert Plates by Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning and refined addition to any home, this unique set comprises two dessert plates that will add a colorful touch and a delicate sense of movement to any table. The set was cr...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Porcelain Costantinople 6 Set of 2 Dessert Plates by Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
This magnificent set of two dessert plates will be a precious addition to any home. The pieces are part of the Costantinopoli collection, comprising porcelain plates decorated with a...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Antique English Floral Dishes Set of Tall and Short Tazzas and Dessert Plates
Located in Toronto, ON
This magnificent English antique dessert set, circa 1850, is a true celebration of fine craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Beautifully hand-prin...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Vintage Limoges Porcelain Dinnerware Set - 80 Pieces
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite vintage dinnerware set, likely crafted in fine Limoges porcelain, features delicate floral patterns and gold accents. Each piece...
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Spode New Stone China Dinner Service Eighty Four Pieces, Pattern #3504
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode New Stone China Dinner Service- Eighty Four Pieces, Pattern #3504, Circa 1820 The service is decorated in an Imari pattern in iron red light and...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ironstone

Porcelain Constantinople 4 Plate by Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
Part of the Constantinople series, which is limited to 100 pieces per design and a total of six designs, this porcelain plate features four magnificently rendered peacocks each facin...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set of 8 French Green Majolica Leaves Plates Clairefontaine, circa 1890
By Clairefontaine
Located in Austin, TX
Set of 8 French Green Majolica Leaves Plate signed Clairefontaine, circa 1890.
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1890s French Rustic Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

French Majolica Oyster Plate Salins, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate with seaweeds Salins (East of France) circa 1890.  
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1890s French Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930. White and pink. 8.8 inches.
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1930s English Victorian Vintage Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

French Porcelain Flowers Oyster Plate Limoges, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
French Porcelain Flowers Oyster Plate Limoges, circa 1900. 8.5 inches diameter.
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Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set Of 6 Lafarge Limoges For Le Cirque Restaurant Monkey Salad Plates
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A set of six Lafarge Limoges for Le Cirque salad plates displaying orange borders with scenes of monkeys picking fruit. Branded Le Cirque on the border. The plates with white porcela...
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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

French Majolica Parakeets Plate Salins, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate two parakeets with oranges Salins, circa 1890.  
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Majolica

Flamingo Menagerie Ottomane Porcelain Dinner Plate by Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite porcelain plate will be a stunning addition to a dining table or buffet table to serve appetizers during parties. This piece is defined by a dynamic rendition of a fla...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Longchamp French Art Ceramic Majolica Oyster Set, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French art ceramic Majolica oyster set by Longchamp (Côte d'or), France, 1920s. Set composed of a platter and 12 plates in excellent condition. So this set is complete which makes it...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Majolica

Faience Dinner Service Table with Blue Decoration, France 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Bring timeless French elegance to your table with this exquisite 75-piece antique faience dinnerware set, beautifully adorned with deep cobalt blue ...
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19th Century French Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Paint

Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1870
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica strawberries plate signed Sarreguemines Majolica, circa 1870.  
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1870s French Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Set of 12 Dinner Plates and 8 Dessert Plates in Bone China by Spode
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Set of twelve Spode bone china dinner plates with characteristically English hand painted mixed floral bouquets in vivid polychrome enamels. The plate...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Dinner Plates

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Enamel

French Set of Twelve Hand Painted Ironstone Dinner Plates by Hippolyte Boulenger
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A gorgeous set of twelve antique French ironstone ('Terre de Fer') dinner plates, featuring a wonderful hand-painted transferware decor of blu...
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Early 20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Ironstone

Mitterteich Eternal Dinner Plates ; Set of 12
Located in Malibu, CA
Mid-century Bavarian dinner plates by Mitterteich in bright white with gold rim.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

French Moustiers Hand-Painted Faience Dinner Service with Blue Bird Motif
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite Moustiers faience dinnerware set is a true celebration of traditional French craftsmanship. Hand-painted in delicate shades of blue o...
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Paint

Yellow Bordallo Pinheiro Cabbage Leaf Dinnerware Set of Fifty Four Pieces
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of yellow 20th Century Bordallo Pinheiro Dinnerware. Set is a vivid warm shade of yellow that includes: 14 Dinner plates (10.75" Diameter) 1 Platter (13.25" Diameter) 12 saucers...
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20th Century Portuguese Modern Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Italian Mid-Century Restaurant Ceramic Dinner Plates, Set of 8
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian mid-century Restaurant Ceramic Dinner Plates, Set of 8 A set of 8 different restaurant collectible plates made of hand-painted ceramic. There is a special edition of "Italy...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

19th Century Majolica Blue & White Oyster Plate Wasmuel
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Majolica blue & white oyster plate Wasmuel. Reference / Page 48 "Oysters plates" of J. Karnitz.
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1880s Belgian Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Fornasetti Egocentrismo Porcelain Geometric Op Art Plates, Six Plates
Located in Downingtown, PA
Fornasetti Egocentrismo Porcelain Geometric Op Art Plates, Six Plates 1990s The Piero Fornasetti six circular plates in black and white have geometric op-art patterns named " Egocentrismo". They are numbered 1,2,2,3,4 and 5. Dimensions: 10 1/4 inches Diameter x 1 inch high (26cm diameter). Mark: Marks and inscriptions: A hand holding a brush dipped in paint and 'EGOCENTRISMO'/ 'FORNASETTI - MILANO, MADE IN ITALY' over a green back stamp- Eschenbach below a crown and below Bavaria Germany and three stars- all in underglaze green. Condition. Two with some rubbing. One of the most interesting elements of Fornasetti's practice is his aesthetic dedication to figuration and fantasy. What makes the set of "Egocentrismo" so special is that the pattern is entirely abstract! A true anomaly from Fornasetti's massive body of work, this motif reminds us how experimental and creative he was. Clearly influenced by both historical decorative motifs, Op art and Italian design. (For example Egocentrismo #4 is a variation of a pattern often used by Gio Ponti) Reference: Fornasetti: The Complete Universe, page 617, # 172-173. Originally a set of six plates named Egcentrismo (Egocentralism). Example in V & A, London (Museum # C.66-1985) "Hard paste porcelain plate, without edge rim but with foot rim. Black printed decoration in 'op-art' style; view down a chequer board cylinder with a black circle at the centre. Place of Origin: Milan, Italy (designed) Date: 1950-1960 (designed) Artist/maker: Fornasetti, Piero, born 1913 - died 1988...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Small Majolica Water Lily Plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1900
Located in Austin, TX
Small Majolica water lily plate Villeroy & Boch, circa 1900. 6.5 inches diameter.   
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Early 1900s German Country Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Mottahedeh Italian Daisy Plates, Set of 6, C. 1960's
Located in Ross, CA
Set of six hand painted daisy plates made by Mottahedeh in Italy in the 1960's. I have 2 sets of six available Set 2
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1960s Italian Other Vintage Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Large 19th Century French Blue & White Japon Platter Creil Montereau
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century French Blue & White Japon Platter signed Creil Montereau. 13 inches diameter. This service is exposed in Giverny Claude Monet's house.
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1880s French Japonisme Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience

English Victorian Majolica Oyster Plate, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
English Victorian Majolica oyster plate, circa 1890.
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1890s English Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Ottoman Kaftan Porcelain Dessert Plate with Gold Rim Made in Italy Kaft4
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
The elegance of kaftans is, thanks to Les-Ottomans, translated into a unique dinnerware collection. These porcelain plates are made in Italy and the gold rim has been hand applied by...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Ottoman Kaftan Dessert Porcelain plates Made in Italy, Kaft1
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
The elegance of kaftans is, thanks to Les-Ottomans, translated into a unique dinnerware collection. These porcelain plates are made in Italy and the gold rim has been hand-applied by...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Limoges Porcelain Dinner Set by F. Legrand & Cie - 68 Pieces
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite antique Limoges porcelain dinnerware set by F. Legrand & Cie showcases an exceptional polychrome and gold-accented design, embodying the timeless elegance of French cr...
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Early 20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

French Majolica Celadon Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910. Celadon color.
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1910s French French Provincial Vintage Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Meissen, Germany. A set of three Blue Onion Pattern dinner plates in porcelain.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Meissen, Germany. A set of three Blue Onion Pattern dinner plates in porcelain. Hand-painted. First half of the 20th century. Marked. Perfect condition. One plate in first factory qu...
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20th Century German Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

1850s Rare Faience Dinner Service "Chevreuse" by Jules Vieillard
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An exceptional rare dinner service of 92 pieces in fine French earthenware, made by the esteemed faience manufacturer Jules Vieillard of Bordeaux. The charming blue and white design ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Dinner Plates

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Earthenware, Faience

Set of Eleven Minton Porcelain Ball Dinner Plates Made for T. Goode LTD, London
Located in Boston, MA
This is an exquisite set of eleven Minton Porcelain Ball dinner plates. They have a beautiful gold and white arabesque decoration of flowers with...
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1950s English Rococo Vintage Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

20th Century Dinner Service in Fine Limoges Porcelain By Georges DELILLE
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An unusual and very elegant dinner service in fine Limoges porcelain, from the celebrated porcelain manufacturer Raynaud & Cie, and decorated in style by Georges Delille. Each piece ...
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Bloom Set of 12 Dinner Plates
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite set of 12 dinner plates is a celebration of Paravicini's masterful craftsmanship and sophistication and the splendor of nature rendered in the magnificent colors. A pr...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Green Monkeys Set of 12 Dinner Plates
Located in Milan, IT
Elaborate designs meet exceptional craftsmanship in this striking set of 12 dinner plates that will add a timeless touch to any dining table. Handcrafted of ceramic, the center of ea...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

19th Century Canton Famille Rose Chinese Export Porcelain Celadon Platter
Located in Austin, TX
Large 19th Century Canton Famille Rose Chinese Export Porcelain Celadon Platter. Decorated with butterflies , birds and flowers. 9.8 inches diameter.
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1890s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Aqua Majolica Strawberries Plate Sarreguemines, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Rare aqua Majolica strawberries on a geometrical background signed Sarreguemines, circa 1880.
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1880s French Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

French Majolica Oyster Plate Orchies, circa 1910
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate Orchies, circa 1910.
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1910s French French Provincial Vintage Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Porcelain Costantinople 7 Set of 2 Dessert Plates by Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by the lavish grandeur of the former capital of the Byzantine Empire, this set of two dessert plates is part of the Costantinopoli collection that combines abstract and natu...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

8 Antique A. Lanternier French Limoges Scalloped Floral Porcelain Plates 8.5"
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of 8 late 19th - early 20th century A. Lanternier & Co Limoges porcelain plates with deeply scalloped and gilded edges resembling flower petals, echoing the green, pink, and purp...
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Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Topkapi I Porcelain Plate by Les Ottomans
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite porcelain plate is part of the Topkapi series, inspired by its namesake palace in Turkey that in the 15th century served as the main residence and administrative headq...
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2010s Italian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

French Majolica Parakeets Plate Salins, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate two parakeets with oranges Salins, circa 1890.  
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Majolica

Set of 8 Antique Minton Imari Style Dinner Plates
Located in Doylestown, PA
Rare set of eight Minton Imari style dinner plates, England, circa 1910. A beautiful antique set saturated with vibrant Imari colors of cobalt blue, earth...
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1910s English Chinoiserie Vintage Dinner Plates

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Ironstone

French Majolica Bird Plate Onnaing, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica plate birds with blue flowers Onnaing, circa 1890.
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1890s French Rustic Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

Rare Small Aqua Majolica Oyster Plate, George Jones, circa 1878
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Small Aqua Majolica Oyster Plate, George Jones, circa 1878. Rare size 7.5 inches. This 5 well oyster plate is a fine example of the work of George Jones, with a beautiful glaze ...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic

20th Century Limoges Porcelain Dinner Service ULIM 63-Piece
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite 63-piece Limoges porcelain dinnerware set embodies the elegance and craftsmanship synonymous with the renowned French porcelain tradition. Crafted in Limoges, this set...
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20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Porcelain, Paint

19th Century Set of 12 Dinner Plates in Limoges Porcelain
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A set of 12 stylish dinner plates in delicate white Limoges porcelain, each piece edged with a fine rim of gilt, and bearing the elaborately formed monogramme 'DP'. Dating from the l...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Limoges Bernardaud 62 Pieces Fine Faience Dinner Service
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Exquisite fine cream faience tableware set adorned with scattered roses and gold trim. The set consists of 62 pieces and would be ideal for casual dining, or would make an eyecatchin...
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Mid-20th Century French Dinner Plates

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Faience

Rare 19th Century Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
Rare 19th Century Majolica Oyster Fish Heads Plate Wedgwood.
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1880s English Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Oyster Plate in Majolica Green and White Color 19th Century Longchamp Set of 2
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Oyster plate in Majolica, in white and Green color. France, 19th century. Circa 1890 signed Longchamp.
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Majolica

French Majolica Oyster Plate Salins, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica oyster plate with seaweeds Salins (East of France) circa 1890.  
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1890s French Victorian Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Set Of 10 Fitz and Floyd Renaissance Cerulean Blue Porcelain Service Plates
Located in Norwood, NJ
Beautiful and elegant set of 10 Fitz and Floyd Renaissance Cerulean blue porcelain service plates. A wide rich blue border trimmed with a wi...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Majolica Seaweeds Oyster Plate Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Majolica oyster plate Keller Et Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1890. Reference / page 98 "Collecting oyster plates" of Jeffrey B. Snyder.One small chip.
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1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Large French Mid-Century Majolica Blue Flower Plate Charolles
Located in Austin, TX
Large French Mid-Century Blue Flower Plate signed Charolles. 9 inches diameter.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience

Dinner Service for 8 (40 Pieces) in Porcelain & Pure Silver by Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage dinnerware service for 8 (40 pieces total) designed and manufactured in Taxco Mexico by Emilia Castillo. From the Lagartija y Libelulas collection, originally designed fo...
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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Dinner Plates

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Silver

Russian Lomonosov Blue Gold and White Porcelain Plate
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Russian blue, gold and white porcelain plate in the 'Cobalt Net' pattern by Lomonosov Porcelain, Russia, circa late-20th century, after 1991. Wi...
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Late 20th Century Russian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set 15 English Antique Dinner Plates Soup Dishes & Platter Ca. 1860
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of nine dinner plates, six matching soup dishes, and a platter painted in Spode's "Peacock" pattern was made by Copeland Spode circa 1860. The "Peacock" pattern was first made by Spode circa 1820. The pattern features two peacocks...
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Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Dinner Plates

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Ironstone

Antique and Vintage Dinner Plates

Set the mood when you’re setting the table. The right antique and vintage dinner plates for the meals in your home can truly elevate the dining experience.

We haven’t had our own plate at dinner for very long. It wasn’t until the middle of the 19th century in Europe that individual dinner plates had become the norm, replacing the platters that diners had shared before them. Innovations at the dining table are believed to have been introduced by Italian noblewoman Catherine de’ Medici, who, when she married King Henry II of France in 1533, brought with her decorative table adornments for meals and fine tableware such as silver forks, replacing the fingers and knives utilized during dinner before her arrival. Italy was a bit faster on table settings, and, thanks to Catherine, tableware such as dinner plates would also replace the wooden trenchers and flat slabs of days-old bread that preceded them.

Today, while enthusiasts of mid-century modern furnishings might pine for vintage mismatched dinner plates — a mix of old and new can be refreshing — presenting ceramic vessels, glassware and decorative centerpieces that matched was once actually part of the point as setting the table became more refined during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. And as Fornasetti dinner plates and Chinese porcelain tableware have long held weight as collector’s items and status symbols, your dinner dishes haven’t ever really been merely functional. From antique metal dishes and ornamental earthenware designed by celebrated English ceramics makers Wedgwood, dinner plates are statement-making works that bring elegance and likely stir conversation at your table.

Entertaining is an art form, and the kitchen bar island and dining room table in your space are cherished gathering places where families and friends convene and grow closer over good meals. Browse an extensive collection of antique and vintage dinner plates to pair with these important events today on 1stDibs.

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