How were display plates used?

Display plates were traditionally set upon sideboards, hung on walls using wire brackets, or housed within glass-fronted cabinets to showcase wealth, taste and artistic patronage. Unlike everyday tableware, they remained purely decorative items designed to catch the light and display intricate hand-painted motifs.

Can I hang these plates on the wall?

Most chargers and cabinet plates can be hung using adjustable, rubber-coated spring wire hangers that secure the rim without damaging the ceramic body. Care should be taken to select a hanger sized correctly for the weight and diameter of the specific piece.

What is the difference between a charger and a plate?

Chargers are substantially larger than standard dining or dessert plates, usually measuring between twelve and twenty inches in diameter. They serve as focal points in a display setting, whereas cabinet plates are smaller and intended for close-up visual inspection.

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These decorative ceramic display plate examples bring together centuries of painted porcelain, earthenware and delft destined for walls and cabinets rather than the dining table.

Large Kutani Charger and Vase with Cover

1900 - 1920

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