Pillivuyt
Tall Cake Stand
Best porcelain display for home bakers and elegant dessert entertainers.
Pillivuyt's cake stand exudes simple elegance, making it a customer favorite for displaying culinary creations on beautiful French porcelain. Expertly crafted in Mehun-sur-Yevre, France, for over 200 years, Pillivuyt porcelain is fired at 2550 degrees Fahrenheit, resulting in exceptional quality. The extraordinarily hard glaze is resistant to chipping, scratching, cracking, and crazing. This versatile piece is oven, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher safe, and thermal-shock resistant, allowing safe transfer from freezer to hot oven.
$117.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
281
/ 1319
#281 in Cake Stands
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
Material
French porcelain
/ French porcelain
Who it's for
- Home bakers seeking heirloom-quality kitchenware built to last
- Hosts wanting a timeless display for professional-looking dessert presentations
- Busy entertainers needing low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe serving pieces
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for affordable, mass-market alternatives
- Urban dwellers with limited cupboard or pantry storage space
- Users preferring lightweight, shatter-resistant serveware for frequent handling
Performance breakdown
Material Quality
Exquisite French porcelain offers a premium feel and lasting durability.
Design Versatility
The clean, classic aesthetic complements any table setting or decor style.
Maintenance Ease
Dishwasher-safe construction makes cleanup effortless after any celebration.
Display Stability
The pedestal base provides a secure foundation for tiered or heavy cakes.
Surface Capacity
The 11.25-inch diameter comfortably accommodates most standard-sized cakes and pastries.
Craftsmanship
Authentic French manufacturing ensures a refined finish and consistent quality.
Key Specs
Material
French porcelain
Diameter
11.25 inches
Height
2.5 inches
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Oven Safe
Up to 550 degrees F
Freezer Safe
Yes
Microwave Safe
Yes
Country of Origin
France
Features
- Timeless French porcelain construction
- Classic design for any occasion
- Durable and long-lasting
- Enhances dessert presentation
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
- Ideal for cakes and pastries
What customers say
This premium cake stand earns high praise for its exceptional quality and stunning design. Customers consistently highlight the brilliant white porcelain and substantial, durable construction that defines the brand. Its impressive height creates a dramatic, professional presentation, instantly elevating any table setting and making it a true centerpiece for special events. The heavy base ensures excellent stability for displaying even large creations. While the initial price is high, buyers feel it offers excellent long-term value due to its heirloom quality and resistance to wear. Users find the non-porous porcelain easy to clean, maintaining its flawless finish. The stand is viewed as a foundational, lifetime piece for entertaining.
Know before you buy
The cake stand has a diameter of 11.25 inches. It is best suited for standard 9-inch or 10-inch round cakes, leaving a small margin around the edge for easy slicing.
Yes. Pillivuyt porcelain is thermal-shock resistant, meaning it can withstand rapid temperature changes without cracking. It is safe to transfer from the freezer to an oven preheated up to 550 degrees Fahrenheit.
The porcelain features an extraordinarily hard glaze that is specifically engineered to be resistant to scratching and chipping. While you should always use care when cutting, the surface is much more durable than standard ceramic or glass stands.
No special maintenance is required. The stand is fully dishwasher safe, and its non-porous glaze prevents it from absorbing odors or flavors, making it easy to clean after any event.
Yes, the stand is crafted from dense, high-quality French porcelain, providing a solid and stable base. Its 2.5-inch height offers a low center of gravity, which helps keep heavier cakes secure during serving.
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