The Bordallo Pinheiro Holly/Azevinho charger plate sets the stage for refined dining. Placed beneath dinnerware, it frames each course with colour, depth, and festive charm, transforming the ordinary act of serving into a curated ritual. Its broad surface and subtle rim lend elegance while protecting linens and defining personal space at the table.

Practical beauty for modern hosting

Although highly decorative, the charger was conceived for everyday function. Made of terracotta, it is suitable for microwave, dishwasher safe, but should not be used in the oven and is not resistant to thermal shock. This combination of durability and beauty ensures it is as reliable for frequent entertaining as it is striking for holiday centrepieces. The glaze preserves detail and colour, so the bright berries and glossy green leaves remain vivid season after season.

Styling notes and additional charm

A charger plate is more than a base: it guides the eye, enhances plated food, and enriches textures across the setting. This piece embodies the collection’s promise: elevate dining rituals with Bordallo Pinheiro plates in exquisite ceramics. It coordinates naturally with bowls, dessert plates, and trays from the Holly range, but it also pairs gracefully with plain white porcelain or rustic stoneware. Its versatility allows it to shine in both festive celebrations and quieter, everyday meals.

The hand of the artist

The motif of holly leaves and berries is not random decoration: it springs from the imagination of Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro, whose work often united humour, nature, and symbolism. In this Portuguese ceramic charger plate, his legacy endures as seasonal flora becomes a permanent icon of designer ceramic tableware. Each piece is hand-painted, so no two are completely alike, giving collectors a sense of uniqueness and authenticity.

Whether sought as a Bordallo Pinheiro Holly charger plate, a festive Azevinho charger, or simply a distinctive holiday table setting accessory, this design brings heritage and function together. Many choose it first to buy charger plate options that merge practicality with storytelling, later expanding their service with the festive underplate or handmade charger plate variations. The Holly charger turns each gathering into an experience where Portuguese artistry frames the feast.