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.

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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19th century

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

From London Fine Antiques

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Stunning Regency Ridgway Porcelain Large Moulded Dessert Serving Dish 892 C.1825

19th century

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Stunning Regency Ridgway Porcelain Large Moulded Dessert Serving Dish 892 C.1825

From The Fancy Fox

£225

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Lovely Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

1900 - 1920

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Lovely Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£295

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1900 - 1920

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£285

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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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Wonderful Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

1900 - 1920

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Wonderful Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£325

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Pretty Antique Blue and White Large Japanese Imari Plate

1900 - 1920

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Pretty Antique Blue and White Large Japanese Imari Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£345

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17th century

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Large 17th Century Japanese Arita Bowl

From Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

£2,150

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Antique Royal Vienna 'Mother & Child Embrace' Plate Painted by S. Stanley

19th century

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Antique Royal Vienna 'Mother & Child Embrace' Plate Painted by S. Stanley

From Bushells Antiques

£425

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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.

Royal Vienna Porcelain Antique Cabinet Plate “Aurora U. Cephales”, Signed Sibl, Cobalt Blue with Gilt

19th century

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Royal Vienna Porcelain Antique Cabinet Plate “Aurora U. Cephales”, Signed Sibl, Cobalt Blue with Gilt

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£200

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19th century

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Japanese Arita Dish

From David Robinson Antiques

£230

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Quality Pair of Antique Japanese Hand Painted Imari Plates

19th century

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Quality Pair of Antique Japanese Hand Painted Imari Plates

From London City Antiques

£725

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1900 - 1920

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Oriental Blue and White Charger C1900

From Shaun King Antiques

£235

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Royal Vienna Antique Porcelain Cabinet Plate, "Esther", Signed Wagner, C. 1850

19th century

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Royal Vienna Antique Porcelain Cabinet Plate, "Esther", Signed Wagner, C. 1850

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£600

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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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Cobalt Porcelain Dish

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

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

Stunning Regency Ridgway Porcelain Large Moulded Dessert Serving Dish 892 C.1825

Lovely Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

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

Wonderful Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

Pretty Antique Blue and White Large Japanese Imari Plate

Large 17th Century Japanese Arita Bowl

Antique Royal Vienna 'Mother & Child Embrace' Plate Painted by S. Stanley

Royal Vienna Porcelain Antique Cabinet Plate “Aurora U. Cephales”, Signed Sibl, Cobalt Blue with Gilt

Japanese Arita Dish

Quality Pair of Antique Japanese Hand Painted Imari Plates

Oriental Blue and White Charger C1900

Royal Vienna Antique Porcelain Cabinet Plate, "Esther", Signed Wagner, C. 1850

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

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