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Robert Gordon Forager Plate 130mm | Reactive Glaze Stoneware (Box 48)

SKU: VV3595

£241.00(£289.20 inc VAT)
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The Forager collection from Robert Gordon is a range of vitrified stoneware tableware finished with a reactive glaze that flows freely across each piece during firing. Because the glaze behaves differently on every item, no two plates are identical — each carries its own tonal variation and surface character. The exposed, unglazed foot ring allows the raw stoneware clay body to show through, reinforcing the handmade, organic aesthetic the range is known for.

In a commercial setting, vitrified stoneware offers a practical balance between the visual warmth of artisan ceramics and the robustness expected of professional tableware. The vitrification process densifies the clay body, reducing porosity and making the plates more resistant to the knocks and thermal demands of a working kitchen pass and commercial dishwasher cycle.

The 130mm diameter makes this a compact plate — appropriate as a side plate, bread plate, or for small plated courses in a tasting menu format. Supplied in a box of 48, the quantity suits initial par stock for a medium-sized restaurant or allows an established venue to refresh or expand an existing Forager set.

  • Reactive glaze produces a unique finish on every individual piece
  • Exposed stoneware foot adds textural contrast and artisan character
  • Vitrified construction provides durability under regular commercial use
  • Compact 130mm format suits side, bread, or small-course presentations
  • Box quantity of 48 supports practical par stocking for service

If you are planning a full table setting around the Forager range or need guidance on quantities relative to your covers, our team is happy to talk it through before you commit to an order.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Forager range suitable for use in a commercial dishwasher?

Vitrified stoneware is generally well suited to commercial dishwasher use, as the vitrification process reduces the porosity of the clay body and improves resistance to repeated thermal cycling. That said, as with any artisan-finish tableware, gentle racking and avoiding stacking pressure during wash cycles will help preserve the glaze surface over time.

How does the reactive glaze affect consistency across a large set?

Reactive glazes are intentionally variable — each piece will differ in tone, depth, and surface movement. This is a characteristic of the range rather than a quality concern. For venues where a tightly uniform table setting is important, it is worth viewing samples before committing to a full order, and our team can advise on what to expect across a batch.

Is a box of 48 the right quantity for a restaurant opening?

For a venue seating 40 to 60 covers, 48 side plates typically provides a workable par stock allowing for simultaneous service and a wash cycle in progress, with a small buffer for breakages. Higher-volume operations or those running multiple sittings in quick succession may benefit from holding a larger quantity, and we can help you calculate the right stock level based on your covers and service style.
Robert Gordon Forager Plate 130mm | Reactive Glaze Stoneware (Box 48)

£241.00(£289.20 inc VAT)

£241.00(£289.20 inc VAT)

The Forager collection from Robert Gordon is a range of vitrified stoneware tableware finished with a reactive glaze that flows freely across each piece during firing. Because the glaze behaves differently on every item, no two plates are identical — each carries its own tonal variation and surface character. The exposed, unglazed foot ring allows the raw stoneware clay body to show through, reinforcing the handmade, organic aesthetic the range is known for.

In a commercial setting, vitrified stoneware offers a practical balance between the visual warmth of artisan ceramics and the robustness expected of professional tableware. The vitrification process densifies the clay body, reducing porosity and making the plates more resistant to the knocks and thermal demands of a working kitchen pass and commercial dishwasher cycle.

The 130mm diameter makes this a compact plate — appropriate as a side plate, bread plate, or for small plated courses in a tasting menu format. Supplied in a box of 48, the quantity suits initial par stock for a medium-sized restaurant or allows an established venue to refresh or expand an existing Forager set.

  • Reactive glaze produces a unique finish on every individual piece
  • Exposed stoneware foot adds textural contrast and artisan character
  • Vitrified construction provides durability under regular commercial use
  • Compact 130mm format suits side, bread, or small-course presentations
  • Box quantity of 48 supports practical par stocking for service

If you are planning a full table setting around the Forager range or need guidance on quantities relative to your covers, our team is happy to talk it through before you commit to an order.