Royal Doulton 'Gala Fruit' Dinner Plates
Ceramic Tableware, Dinner Plates • Royal Doulton, United Kingdom
Style & Movement
Traditional English Floral/Fruit Motif, Commercial Tableware
Medium & Technique
Fine Bone China with transfer-printed underglaze decoration
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (Circa 1990-2000)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 10.5 inches (27 cm) diameter per plate; Circular format
Subject Description
A varied arrangement of summer fruits including clusters of red grapes, vine leaves, cherries, and peaches. The design is characterized by a watercolor-style aesthetic with soft blending and realistic color palettes on a white ground.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing signs of light surface wear consistent with household use
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $100 USD for a set of six
Auction Estimate
$30 - $60 USD
Provenance History
Likely originally sold as a retail set; currently found in a second-hand or retail resale environment based on the shelving context.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of late 20th-century mass-produced English bone china. While not a unique 'art' piece, it reflects the enduring popularity of botanical and fruit motifs in British ceramic history and the market transition of Royal Doulton into accessible luxury dinnerware.
Notable Features
Features the 'Gala Fruit' pattern (TC 1177); includes a rimmed design that allows the fruit motifs to spill toward the center of the plate, creating a dynamic visual composition.
Condition Issues
Visible minor cutlery marks on the glaze surface; no apparent chips or cracks in the stack, but light stacking scuffs may be present.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash recommended to preserve the transfer detail; avoid abrasive cleaners and maintain consistent temperature to prevent crazing.
Collector Notes
royal doulton