$160 (Set of four)
Bring a touch of Dickensian wit to your table with this charming set of four antique Wedgwood cabinet plates, each beautifully illustrating unforgettable characters from the works of Charles Dickens. Produced in England between 1908-1920, by the legendary Wedgwood pottery, the plates feature richly coloured transfers after the celebrated illustrations of British artist Mervyn Peake, framed by an elegant cream-coloured embossed border with crisp green edging.
The humorous scenes pay tribute to the enduring popularity of Dickens, whose vivid and eccentric characters have captivated readers for nearly two centuries. These plates were intended as cabinet pieces—decorative display wares rather than everyday dinner service.
Crafted from fine earthenware, each octagonal plate is adorned with Wedgwood’s signature embossed floral and lattice border, demonstrating the company’s exceptional moulding techniques and attention to detail.
Whether displayed together as a gallery wall, nestled in a china cabinet, or incorporated into a library filled with classic literature, these delightful plates are a conversation piece that perfectly marries English history, literature, and decorative arts.
8 1/2” diam