Ceramic plate

Ceramic plates: how to choose the perfect piece for a table that’s both refined and contemporary ? Discover our collections of French earthenware and porcelain.

Ceramic plates, a tradition of French tableware, embody an art of living, an aesthetic, and sometimes even a craft heritage passed down through the generations.

Choosing a plate that suits your tastes and kitchen use involves considering several essential criteria: the material (porcelain, stoneware, or earthenware), the design, the type (dinner, soup, or dessert plate), and the quality of manufacture.

Between current trends such as colorful plates, Japanese-style, celadon, or Art Deco, and more classic collections, there is now a wide range of models to enhance the art of table setting.

Baccarat’s Arcadia Rouge Collection : Majestic Porcelain

Baccarat, an icon of French luxury, unveils the Arcadia Rouge collection, a porcelain service of rare elegance.

Comprising four sizes of plates and a tumbler, this set elevates the art of table setting with its radiant whiteness, enhanced by the Maison’s signature red and delicate gold trim.

The Arcadia motif, inspired by the company’s iconic arches, celebrates the enchanted world that flourishes behind these windows: a world of ancestral craftsmanship, where each creation is born from the expert hands of Baccarat artisans.

Both bold and timeless, this collection perfectly complements the Maison’s crystal pieces, for shared moments bathed in light and emotion.

Porcelain or Earthenware, how to Choose?

In the refined world of tableware, the choice between porcelain and earthenware is based on criteria of use, aesthetics, and durability.

These two ceramics, while elegant, have distinct characteristics that influence their performance in the kitchen and their style at the table.

Porcelain: finesse, strength, and prestige

Produced by very high-temperature firing, porcelain seduces with its immaculate whiteness, translucency, and remarkable strength.

It is ideal for frequent use thanks to its resistance to thermal shock, dishwasher, and oven safety.

More expensive, it is often chosen for special occasions or high-end collections, such as the creations of Maison Baccarat.

Advantages: Great strength and durability, refined and luminous appearance, dishwasher and oven safe.

Cons: Higher price, less variety in rustic or handmade designs.

Earthenware: Handcrafted charm and everyday comfort

More porous and fired at a lower temperature, earthenware is appreciated for its soft feel and warm finish.

It offers a rich decorative effect, ideal for convivial tables and bohemian or rustic settings. However, it is more fragile and less suitable for intensive use.

Pros: Warm and handcrafted aesthetic, wide variety of colors and patterns, more affordable price.

Cons: Less resistant to impacts and scratches, less suitable for dishwashers and ovens depending on the model.