Sacred Bird & Butterfly 5 Piece Place Setting
Best dinnerware for hosts who appreciate historical elegance and classic design.
Experience historical elegance with this exquisite 5-piece place setting, inspired by a 1800s Chinese export motif. This collection showcases intricate birds, butterflies, and flowers on classic European shapes, offering a faithful reproduction that brings heritage to your dining experience. The set includes a dinner plate, dessert plate, bread & butter plate, teacup, and saucer, all crafted from durable porcelain for lasting beauty. This special order item adds timeless charm to any formal dining occasion, making every meal feel extraordinary.
$280.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1013
/ 2476
#1013 in Dinnerware Sets
Price vs Category Average
+70%
Above average
Material
Porcelain
/ Porcelain
Who it's for
- History enthusiasts seeking authentic museum-quality porcelain reproductions
- Hosts wanting a sophisticated aesthetic for formal dining occasions
- Investors looking for heirloom-quality pieces with lasting collectible value
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers needing affordable everyday dinnerware
- Busy households requiring dishwasher and microwave convenience
- Practical diners worried about the difficulty of replacing broken pieces
Performance breakdown
Historical Authenticity
Faithful reproduction of 1800s Chinese export motifs from Historic Charleston.
Material Durability
High-quality porcelain construction ensures longevity for frequent formal dining use.
Maintenance Convenience
Dishwasher safe rating makes heritage porcelain practical for modern daily life.
Design Versatility
Classic European shapes blend seamlessly with both traditional and eclectic table settings.
Completeness
Five-piece configuration provides everything needed for a formal place setting.
Visual Detail
Intricate bird and butterfly illustrations offer exceptional depth and artistic charm.
Key Specs
Material
Porcelain
Dishwasher Safe
Includes
Dinner plate, dessert plate, bread & butter plate, teacup with saucer
Dinner Plate Diameter
10 inches
Dessert Plate Diameter
8.5 inches
Bread & Butter Plate Diameter
6.75 inches
Teacup & Saucer Height
3.75 inches
Shape
Round
Know before you buy
Each set provides a complete service for one person, consisting of a 10-inch dinner plate, an 8.5-inch dessert plate, a 6.75-inch bread and butter plate, and a teacup with its matching saucer.
Yes, this set is crafted from high-quality, durable porcelain designed to withstand daily dining. While it features delicate historical motifs, it is built for longevity and is safe for use in the dishwasher.
Yes, the Sacred Bird & Butterfly collection is dishwasher safe. We recommend using a gentle cycle and mild detergent to preserve the vibrancy of the intricate bird and butterfly patterns over time.
The design is a faithful reproduction of an 1800s Chinese export motif. Mottahedeh sourced these patterns from originals found in Historic Charleston, blending that classic aesthetic with traditional European porcelain shapes.
The pattern is part of the 'For The Wayward Child' collection. Its classic floral and avian motif is versatile enough to stand alone as a statement set or be mixed with solid-colored porcelain pieces to create a more eclectic table setting.
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