Condition: Near Mint
Height: 1″ (2.5cm)
Width: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Length: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Diameter: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This elegant porcelain piece is a Herend Indian Basket Green Openwork Large Plate, also known as a decorative charger, dating back to…
Condition: Near Mint
Height: 1″ (2.5cm)
Width: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Length: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Diameter: 9.5″ (23.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This elegant porcelain piece is a Herend Indian Basket Green Openwork Large Plate, also known as a decorative charger, dating back to around 1960. This plate stands out because of its intricate openwork rim—a lacy border hand-painted with delicate green floral and leaf designs and just the right touch of gold accents. The center of the plate features an intricate green basket overflowing with stylized flowers and leaves, all painted by hand. At about 9.5 inches in diameter and with a gentle, shallow rise of just an inch, it’s just the right size for prominent display in a china cabinet or on a wall. After more than sixty years, it remains in near mint condition, which is remarkable for porcelain of its age and style. The openwork—where many plates could easily chip or break—is intact and stunning, adding to the rarity of this piece.
Herend is a name that holds serious weight in the world of fine European porcelain. Founded in Hungary in 1826, Herend became famous for its brilliantly detailed hand-painted porcelain, often using traditional designs and motifs inspired by nature or historical patterns. The “Indian Basket” pattern is one of the company’s most recognizable lines, characterized by its floral baskets and Asian-inspired detailing, usually in greens or pinks. Herend porcelain has long been a favorite among royalty and serious collectors—notably, Queen Victoria herself reportedly ordered a sizable set in the 19th century. Pieces like this plate, especially with openwork designs, are getting harder to come by as they age. Today, they are prized not just for their beauty and craftsmanship but also as a tangible slice of European decorative art history. Whether displayed in a vintage-inspired dining room or handed down as a family heirloom, a Herend charger like this is bound to catch the eye and stir up conversation.
