Condition: Near Mint
Height: 1″ (2.5cm)
Width: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Length: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Diameter: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1980
This lovely plate is a Herend Apponyi Rust Openwork Dinner Plate, crafted in Hungary in 1980. Even though it’s over 40 years…
Condition: Near Mint
Height: 1″ (2.5cm)
Width: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Length: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Diameter: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1980
This lovely plate is a Herend Apponyi Rust Openwork Dinner Plate, crafted in Hungary in 1980. Even though it’s over 40 years old, it’s in near mint condition and looks almost like new, making it a real treasure for collectors or anyone who appreciates fine porcelain. It measures about 9.5 inches in diameter and stands 1 inch high. The plate’s design is immediately striking – it features a beautiful, hand-painted floral motif in warm rust tones, set against crisp white porcelain. One of the most unique features is its openwork rim, which shows off a lace-like lattice pattern, carefully detailed with gold accents and delicate flowers. This kind of detailed work just isn’t something you see every day, and it’s a true sign of high-quality craftsmanship.
Herend is a legendary name in porcelain, with roots reaching back to the early 19th century in Hungary. The Apponyi pattern, also known as “Chinese Bouquet,” is one of their most beloved designs, famous for its elegant floral arrangements and rich hand-painting. Every piece is hand-finished and painted by skilled artisans, so no two are exactly alike. Herend porcelain, especially patterns like Apponyi Rust, has always been made in small batches, making vintage pieces like this rare on the market. For more than 200 years, Herend items have graced the tables of royalty and collectors worldwide. If you come across one of these plates, you’re holding not just a piece of fine dining history, but a little bit of Hungarian art and culture — a rarity these days, and definitely a conversation starter.
