Haviland
ELIZABETH BREAD & BUTTER PLATE
Best fine porcelain for hosts curating elegant, formal table settings.
Elevate your dining experience with the Elizabeth Bread & Butter Plate from R. Haviland & C. Parlon. Crafted from fine porcelain, this exquisite plate is custom-produced and meticulously hand-painted in Limoges, France. Designed specifically for serving bread and butter, it brings a touch of elegance to any table setting. Please note that as a special order item, delivery typically takes 8 to 12 weeks. Due to its custom nature, this piece is non-cancelable, non-returnable, and non-refundable.
$300.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
8
/ 10415
#8 in Plates
Price vs Category Average
+244%
Above average
Material
Porcelain
/ Porcelain
Who it's for
- Investors looking for prestigious, heirloom-quality luxury dinnerware
- Collectors seeking authentic, high-quality Limoges porcelain craftsmanship
- Hosts curating sophisticated, formal dining table settings
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers avoiding high-end luxury price tags
- Busy households needing microwave-safe, dishwasher-friendly convenience
- Minimalists preferring versatile, everyday dinnerware pieces
Performance breakdown
Artisanal Craftsmanship
Hand-painted in Limoges, representing the pinnacle of French porcelain tradition.
Formal Aesthetic
Sophisticated design language perfectly suited for high-end table settings.
Material Durability
Fine porcelain construction balances delicate beauty with necessary structural integrity.
Procurement Lead Time
The eight to twelve-week wait requires significant advance planning.
Functional Sizing
Standard 6.25-inch diameter is ideal for bread and butter service.
Purchase Flexibility
Strict non-returnable policy demands absolute certainty before placing your order.
Key Specs
Material
Porcelain
Diameter
6.25 inches (158.75 mm)
Set Count
1
Food Safe
Yes
Country of Origin
France
Plate Type
Bread and Butter Plate
Occasion
Formal
Pattern Type
Patterned
Features
- Custom-produced and hand-painted in France
- Elegant design for serving bread and butter
- Crafted from durable porcelain
- Ideal for formal occasions
- Special order item
What customers say
The Elizabeth Bread & Butter Plate is consistently praised as a luxury investment due to its exquisite design and superior quality. Customers frequently describe the delicate pattern and fine Limoges porcelain as stunning and heirloom quality, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship. Reviewers value the plate's flawless finish and ideal size for elegant presentation. While the premium price is noted, buyers feel the elevated dining experience fully justifies the cost. The consensus is that this piece successfully meets high expectations, offering enduring beauty and significant emotional value, despite requiring careful handwashing to protect the trim.
Know before you buy
The Elizabeth bread and butter plate measures 6.25 inches (158.75 mm) in diameter, which is the standard size for this type of service.
Yes, it is crafted from durable, food-safe porcelain. However, given its hand-painted finish and formal design, we recommend careful handling to preserve the integrity of the artwork.
While the porcelain is durable, we recommend hand-washing this piece to protect the hand-painted details and ensure the longevity of the finish.
This piece is crafted specifically for your order in Limoges, France. Because it is made to order rather than pulled from existing stock, it cannot be canceled, returned, or refunded once the order is placed.
The Elizabeth pattern is designed to coordinate with other formal dining pieces from R. Haviland & C. Parlon. It is best suited for formal table settings where a cohesive, elegant aesthetic is desired.
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