Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain leaf-shaped dish, mid-19th century.

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Plain leaf-shaped dish, mid-19th century. Early antique serving dish in the Blue Fluted Plain pattern, decorated with hand-painted cobalt blue underglaze on ribbed porcelain. The dish is leaf-shaped with a softly undulating rim and an integrated handle, a form commonly used in the mid-19th century for serving small dishes. Origin: Denmark. Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen. Pattern: Blue Fluted Plain. Material: Porcelain. Dimensions: H. approx. 4 cm, L. approx. 23 cm. Period: Mid-19th century. Condition: Very fine antique condition with light, age-related wear. Bio: Blue Fluted Plain is Royal Copenhagen’s oldest pattern, introduced in 1775, and has remained a cornerstone of Danish porcelain production ever since. During the 19th century, the service was produced in a wide range of specialised forms, including leaf-shaped dishes inspired by natural motifs and refined table customs. Early examples such as this are now highly sought after by collectors.