How were serving platters used historically?

These large dishes held joints of meat, game, or poultry at the centre of the dining table for communal serving before individual plating became standard. They also functioned as decorative chargers displayed on sideboards when not in active use during formal meals.

Can I use antique platters for serving food?

Many collectors prefer to use durable ceramic and porcelain platters for modern dining, provided the glaze remains stable and free from active degradation. Pieces with extensive surface wear or historical repairs are better suited for display rather than culinary service.

How do I identify the period of a platter?

Dating relies on combining stylistic evidence, such as Regency or Victorian transfer motifs, with specific potting techniques and base characteristics. Maker marks, factory stamps, and glaze variations further narrow the era of production from the eighteenth century onward.

What is the difference between earthenware and porcelain?

Earthenware is a heavier, opaque pottery body fired at lower temperatures, requiring a glaze to achieve a non-porous finish. Porcelain is a denser, vitrified material fired at high heat, often exhibiting translucency and a finer, more ringing tone when struck.

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These blue ceramic serving platter selections bring together centuries of earthenware, porcelain, and transferware designed to anchor a formal dining table.

18th century

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An Early 18th Century Delft Charger.

From Youngs Antiques

£120

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Quality Antique Hand Painted Japanese Large Imari Square Plate

1900 - 1920

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Quality Antique Hand Painted Japanese Large Imari Square Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£385

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Large Antique Blue & White Meat Platter

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£375

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Fantastic Quality Large Antique Japanese Imari Square Plate

1900 - 1920

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Fantastic Quality Large Antique Japanese Imari Square Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£475

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Early Coalport Botanical Serving Dishes, Union Pattern, C.1825

18th century

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Early Coalport Botanical Serving Dishes, Union Pattern, C.1825

From Ritas Bazaar

£450

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Chinese Nanking Blue & White Porcelain Serving Platter C1800

19th century

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Chinese Nanking Blue & White Porcelain Serving Platter C1800

From Shaun King Antiques

£325

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Large Antique Victorian Blue & White Meat Platter

19th century

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Large Antique Victorian Blue & White Meat Platter

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£345

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Antique French Sevres Porcelain Tray Prise De Valenciennes Moreaux Late 19th C

19th century

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Antique French Sevres Porcelain Tray Prise De Valenciennes Moreaux Late 19th C

From Regent Antiques

£1,200

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Blue and White Glazed Pottery Meat Plate

19th century

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Blue and White Glazed Pottery Meat Plate

From David Griffith Antiques

£265

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1900 - 1920

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Quality Unusual Pair of Antique Japanese Imari Shaped Plates

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£795

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Listings span the eighteenth, nineteenth, and early twentieth centuries, incorporating earthenware, porcelain, and enamel materials across diverse global traditions.

Stunning Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Kakiemon & Cailloute Leaf Dish C.1770

18th century

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Stunning Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Kakiemon & Cailloute Leaf Dish C.1770

From The Fancy Fox

£925

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C. 1820 Blue Pheasants Pattern Mason’s Ironstone Drainer

19th century

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C. 1820 Blue Pheasants Pattern Mason’s Ironstone Drainer

From Beech and Springs Antiques

£135

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Bow Porcelain Blue & White Lotus & Bamboo Octagonal Serving Dish C.1760

18th century

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Bow Porcelain Blue & White Lotus & Bamboo Octagonal Serving Dish C.1760

From The Fancy Fox

£285

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Rare Set of Plates and Platter in London Bridge Pattern 1815-20

19th century

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Rare Set of Plates and Platter in London Bridge Pattern 1815-20

From Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd

£1,650

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A Charming Set of Five Tonquin China Ironstone Dessert Shapes from 1830

19th century

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A Charming Set of Five Tonquin China Ironstone Dessert Shapes from 1830

From Vanbrugh West Antiques Ltd

£325

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A Fantastic English Earthenware Dish, Shipping Series, “Day Sea Battle” Dating Circa 1820

19th century

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A Fantastic English Earthenware Dish, Shipping Series, “Day Sea Battle” Dating Circa 1820

From Oliver Sargent Antiques

£745

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Blue Ceramic Serving Platter

An Early 18th Century Delft Charger.

Quality Antique Hand Painted Japanese Large Imari Square Plate

Large Antique Blue & White Meat Platter

Fantastic Quality Large Antique Japanese Imari Square Plate

Early Coalport Botanical Serving Dishes, Union Pattern, C.1825

Chinese Nanking Blue & White Porcelain Serving Platter C1800

Large Antique Victorian Blue & White Meat Platter

Antique French Sevres Porcelain Tray Prise De Valenciennes Moreaux Late 19th C

Blue and White Glazed Pottery Meat Plate

Quality Unusual Pair of Antique Japanese Imari Shaped Plates

Stunning Rare First Period Worcester Porcelain Kakiemon & Cailloute Leaf Dish C.1770

C. 1820 Blue Pheasants Pattern Mason’s Ironstone Drainer

Bow Porcelain Blue & White Lotus & Bamboo Octagonal Serving Dish C.1760

Rare Set of Plates and Platter in London Bridge Pattern 1815-20

A Charming Set of Five Tonquin China Ironstone Dessert Shapes from 1830

A Fantastic English Earthenware Dish, Shipping Series, “Day Sea Battle” Dating Circa 1820

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