How do I date a blue and white porcelain dish?

Dating relies on examining the potting style, foot rim characteristics, and any factory marks or reign periods stamped or painted on the reverse. Stylistic shifts between Kangxi period motifs and later Meiji or 19th-century European revivals provide further chronological clues. Material composition also assists with dating, as early hard-paste porcelain differs noticeably from later bone china and ironstone bodies. Comparing glaze consistency and cobalt hue helps distinguish eighteenth-century wares from later Victorian reproductions.

Were chargers used for dining or display?

Chargers were primarily designed for ceremonial display on sideboards or walls, though some large platters served grand feasts in earlier centuries. Their substantial size and elaborate cobalt decoration made them status symbols in wealthy households. Over time, these large dishes transitioned almost exclusively into decorative cabinet and wall pieces. Their sturdy construction allowed them to survive centuries of handling in elite dining rooms.

What is the difference between Imari and blue and white porcelain?

Traditional blue and white porcelain relies exclusively on cobalt oxide beneath a clear glaze to create monochromatic designs. Imari wares incorporate contrasting iron red enamel and gold leaf alongside the cobalt blue. Imari patterns often feature dense floral and brocade motifs derived from Japanese decorative traditions. Blue and white pieces typically emphasise pictorial scenes, dragons, or botanical arrangements without the extra enamel palette.

How should I display a antique porcelain dish safely?

Displaying antique plates requires secure wall hangers with protective rubber tips or stable, weighted plate stands designed for heavy ceramics. Placing them away from direct sunlight prevents fading of any delicate enamel or gold leaf details. Wall mounting should utilise structural wall anchors rather than standard picture hooks to support the weight of large chargers safely. Keeping them out of high-traffic hallways reduces the risk of accidental knocks.

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A cobalt porcelain dish brings together deep blue mineral tones and ceramic forms spanning centuries of international kiln traditions.

Lovely Pair of Antique Japanese Imari Plates

1900 - 1920

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Lovely Pair of Antique Japanese Imari Plates

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£525

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Large Antique Imari Fruit Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic Platter, Victorian

19th century

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Large Antique Imari Fruit Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic Platter, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£595

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Royal Worcester Cabinet Plate, Cobalt & Tooled Gilt, Hand-painted Florals, 1903

1900 - 1920

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Royal Worcester Cabinet Plate, Cobalt & Tooled Gilt, Hand-painted Florals, 1903

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£250

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19th century

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Quality Antique Japanese 19th Century Blue and White Porcelain Bowl

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£365

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Antique Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Tureen and Cover - Qianlong Period (1736-1795)

18th century

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Antique Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Tureen and Cover - Qianlong Period (1736-1795)

From Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors

£295

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Chinese Blue and White Moulded Floral Dish with Barbed Rim, the Reverse with the Kangxi Six-character Mark and of the Period

18th century

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Chinese Blue and White Moulded Floral Dish with Barbed Rim, the Reverse with the Kangxi Six-character Mark and of the Period

From Oliver Sargent Antiques

£695

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Victorian Order of the Garter Coalport Dinner Plate, Windsor Castle

19th century

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Victorian Order of the Garter Coalport Dinner Plate, Windsor Castle

From Luke Honey Ltd

£320

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Large Antique Edwardian Quality Japanese Imari Bowl

1900 - 1920

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Large Antique Edwardian Quality Japanese Imari Bowl

From London City Antiques

£480

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19th century

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A Japanese Arita Bowl

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£695

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate with a Scallop Shaped Edge

1900 - 1920

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate with a Scallop Shaped Edge

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£275

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Listings span periods from the 17th century to the 1970s, featuring porcelain, ironstone, and bone china decorated with cobalt glaze, enamel, and gold leaf.

19th century

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Antique French Sevres Oval Porcelain Dish Late 19th Century

From Regent Antiques

£450

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Large Chinese Kangxi Period (1661-1722) Blue & White Charger

17th century

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Large Chinese Kangxi Period (1661-1722) Blue & White Charger

From Original Retro

£1,750

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19th century

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Japanese Arita Dish

From David Robinson Antiques

£230

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Royal Crown Derby Pair of Gary Service Fish Plates.

1900 - 1920

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Royal Crown Derby Pair of Gary Service Fish Plates.

From Scottow Antiques

£11,500

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19th century

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Unusual Imari Style Fan Shaped Plate

From London City Antiques

£365

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19th century

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Large Antique Imari Fruit Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic Platter, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£595

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Cobalt Porcelain Dish

Lovely Pair of Antique Japanese Imari Plates

Large Antique Imari Fruit Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic Platter, Victorian

Royal Worcester Cabinet Plate, Cobalt & Tooled Gilt, Hand-painted Florals, 1903

Quality Antique Japanese 19th Century Blue and White Porcelain Bowl

Antique Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Tureen and Cover - Qianlong Period (1736-1795)

Chinese Blue and White Moulded Floral Dish with Barbed Rim, the Reverse with the Kangxi Six-character Mark and of the Period

Victorian Order of the Garter Coalport Dinner Plate, Windsor Castle

Large Antique Edwardian Quality Japanese Imari Bowl

A Japanese Arita Bowl

Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate with a Scallop Shaped Edge

Antique French Sevres Oval Porcelain Dish Late 19th Century

Large Chinese Kangxi Period (1661-1722) Blue & White Charger

Japanese Arita Dish

Royal Crown Derby Pair of Gary Service Fish Plates.

Unusual Imari Style Fan Shaped Plate

Large Antique Imari Fruit Display Plate, Japanese, Ceramic Platter, Victorian

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