What is a charger plate?

A charger plate is a large decorative dish measuring significantly wider than a standard dinner plate. Historically utilised for ceremonial service, these large vessels function primarily as display pieces. Makers decorated them with elaborate hand-painted landscapes, floral arrangements or armorial crests to command attention on walls and sideboards.

What distinguishes Delftware from other pottery?

Delftware relies on a buff earthenware body coated in an opaque white tin glaze that accepts painted pigments directly. English, Dutch and Spanish potteries utilised this method during the 17th and 18th centuries. The resulting surface displays soft edges where the cobalt blue and polychrome mineral colours sink slightly into the tin glaze during firing.

Where were Japanese Imari plates made?

Japanese Imari wares originated in the Hizen province around Arita during the Edo period and later eras like the Meiji period. Kilns produced these distinctive porcelains specifically for domestic use and international export. The aesthetic relies on a striking combination of underglaze cobalt blue, iron red enamel and detailing in gold leaf.

How should I care for antique ceramic plates?

Antique ceramic plates require gentle handling and manual cleaning with mild, non-abrasive solutions to protect delicate overglaze enamels and gold leaf. Submerging fragile earthenware in water for extended periods risks damaging the porous body. Displaying them securely on padded plate stands or hanging them with coated wire hangers prevents accidental structural impacts.

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These polychrome ceramic plates bring together centuries of hand-painted colour across English, European and Asian traditions.

Large, Superb 18thc Dutch Delft 'Grand Feu' Manganese & Polychrome Charger Plate

18th century

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Large, Superb 18thc Dutch Delft 'Grand Feu' Manganese & Polychrome Charger Plate

From Artsonline

£299

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A Good and Large Imari Charger Meiji Peroid

19th century

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A Good and Large Imari Charger Meiji Peroid

From Frank Craig Antiques

£450

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19th century

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Four Davenport Stone China Tea Plates

From Clive Payne Antiques

£190

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Chamberlain Worcester Dessert Plate, "Dragon in Compartments", C.1815

19th century

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Chamberlain Worcester Dessert Plate, "Dragon in Compartments", C.1815

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£300

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18th century

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English Delft Dish

From Moxhams Antiques

£535

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18th century

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18th Century Qianlong Chinese Famille Rose Bowl

From CJ Antiques

£500

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18th century

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Pair of Chinese Qianlong 1736 - 1795 Famille Rose Rooster Plates

From Original Retro

£1,250

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Mason's Patent Ironstone China Dessert Service C1820

18th century

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Mason's Patent Ironstone China Dessert Service C1820

From Shaun King Antiques

£385

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19th century

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Large C19th Italian Maiolica Charger

From I M Chaney Antique Furniture

£600

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Antique Chinese Quality Famille Rose Hand Painted Plate

1900 - 1920

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Antique Chinese Quality Famille Rose Hand Painted Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£245

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The listings span multiple centuries, capturing tin-glazed earthenware, hard-paste porcelain and stoneware across English, European and Asian origins.

19th century

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19th Century French Faience Bowl

From Timberhill Gallery

£150

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19th century

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Large Antique Victorian Meat Plate

From London City Antiques

£475

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Large 18thc Dutch Polychrome Delft Delftware Geometric Floral Charger Plate

18th century

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Large 18thc Dutch Polychrome Delft Delftware Geometric Floral Charger Plate

From Artsonline

£299

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19th century

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Edo Period Imari Charger Circa 1850

From Frank Craig Antiques

£750

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Three Late 1800'S Black Ship Imari Plates with Matching Bowl

19th century

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Three Late 1800'S Black Ship Imari Plates with Matching Bowl

From Henley Street Antiques

£300

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Mason’s Ironstone China Meat Platter Indian Grasshopper Pattern

19th century

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Mason’s Ironstone China Meat Platter Indian Grasshopper Pattern

From Clive Payne Antiques

£540

FOR SALE

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Polychrome Ceramic Plates

Large, Superb 18thc Dutch Delft 'Grand Feu' Manganese & Polychrome Charger Plate

A Good and Large Imari Charger Meiji Peroid

Four Davenport Stone China Tea Plates

Chamberlain Worcester Dessert Plate, "Dragon in Compartments", C.1815

English Delft Dish

18th Century Qianlong Chinese Famille Rose Bowl

Pair of Chinese Qianlong 1736 - 1795 Famille Rose Rooster Plates

Mason's Patent Ironstone China Dessert Service C1820

Large C19th Italian Maiolica Charger

Antique Chinese Quality Famille Rose Hand Painted Plate

19th Century French Faience Bowl

Large Antique Victorian Meat Plate

Large 18thc Dutch Polychrome Delft Delftware Geometric Floral Charger Plate

Edo Period Imari Charger Circa 1850

Three Late 1800'S Black Ship Imari Plates with Matching Bowl

Mason’s Ironstone China Meat Platter Indian Grasshopper Pattern

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