Description
This little stoneware plate takes the shape of a Christmas tree, with stepped branches running down each side to a short trunk at the base. It is finished in an off-white glaze with a fine scattering of darker speckles, and the edge where the glaze stops shows a warm, sandy tone that outlines the tree's silhouette. A gently raised rim follows every branch, so the centre sits slightly lower, like a shallow dish. It measures 16cm from the tip of the tree to the trunk, 15cm across at its widest and 2.5cm deep. That size fits easily beside a dinner plate or on a narrow shelf.
It is at home on the Christmas table, beside a place setting with a few chocolates, or passed round with mince pies and shortbread when friends call in. Away from mealtimes it makes a cheerful catch-all on a hall table for keys and loose change, or a small dish on the dressing table for earrings through the festive weeks. Its soft off-white colouring sits happily alongside silver, gold, natural greenery or bright red, so it suits a pared-back Scandi scheme as readily as a traditional one. Tucked into a Christmas hamper, or filled with homemade biscuits, it makes a thoughtful little Christmas gift.
The plate is made from stoneware, finished in a glossy glaze that catches the light along the raised branches. To keep it looking its best, we suggest washing it by hand in warm soapy water and drying it with a soft cloth. Between seasons, wrap it in tissue and store it flat with your other Christmas pieces. For a simple styling idea, rest it on a linen runner with a sprig of eucalyptus and a pillar candle nearby. You could also prop it upright on the dresser so the tree shape reads clearly from across the room.
Specification
| Material |
Stoneware |
| Colour |
Off white |
| Height |
16cm |
| Width |
15cm |
| Depth |
2.5cm |
| Weight |
0.18kg |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is the Christmas tree plate?
It measures 16cm from the tip of the tree to the trunk, 15cm across at its widest point and 2.5cm deep. That makes it a small side plate size.
What is the plate made from?
It is made from stoneware and finished with a glossy off-white glaze carrying a fine speckle. A warm sandy tone shows along the edge.
What colour is the tree plate?
The plate is off-white with a scattering of fine darker speckles. Its edge shows a warm sandy tone that traces the outline of the tree.
How should I clean the stoneware plate?
We suggest washing it by hand in warm soapy water and drying it with a soft cloth. This is good general practice for glazed stoneware.
Can I use it outside of mealtimes?
Yes. Its raised rim makes it a handy little trinket dish for earrings, rings or keys on a dressing table or hall table through the festive weeks.
Would the tree plate make a good Christmas gift?
We think so. It makes a thoughtful little Christmas gift, especially filled with homemade biscuits or sweets, or tucked into a festive hamper.