Churchill Studio Prints Kintsugi Quartz Black Oblong Plate No.4 (Pack of 6)

The Churchill Studio Prints Kintsugi Oblong Plate No.4 in Quartz Black is a large-format serving plate designed for contemporary plated presentation in professional dining environments. The Kintsugi name references the Japanese practice of repairing ceramics with gold, translated here into a reactive crackle glaze that introduces subtle surface variation across each piece. Because the glaze reacts slightly differently during firing, no two plates are identical — a quality that adds visual character to a table setting without any additional effort from the kitchen.

Made from Churchill's finest vitrified ceramic, the construction is suited to the demands of commercial service. Vitrified stoneware at this specification handles repeated thermal cycling through commercial dishwashers reliably, resists chipping under normal handling, and holds its finish consistently over time. The ecoglaze surface treatment helps resist staining from sauces and food, which is a practical advantage in services where plates move quickly through the wash cycle and individual inspection before re-use is not always possible.

From an operational standpoint, the format offers a number of practical advantages:

• Fully glazed foot reduces surface scratching when plates are stacked in storage or transit
• Ecoglaze coating resists everyday food staining and makes spot-cleaning easier on the pass
• Microwave safe, useful where dishes are pre-loaded and finished to order
• Dishwasher safe for both pass-through and rack-type commercial machines
• Reactive glaze finish adds visual distinction without affecting hygiene or cleanability

The oblong format suits modern plating styles well — tasting menus, sharing starters, proteins with accompaniments arranged in a single linear presentation, or composed dessert plates. It sits comfortably across casual dining and more considered à la carte service. Sold in packs of six, larger operations should plan order quantities against expected cover numbers and a realistic breakage allowance.

This plate is well suited to restaurants, hotel dining rooms, and event catering operations where aesthetic consistency is valued alongside practical durability. For venues with very high turnover or environments where handling is less controlled, it is worth considering whether a profile with a more reinforced edge would offer better long-term value.

If you are building out a full table setting or want to check how the Kintsugi pattern sits alongside your existing crockery, the team are happy to talk it through before you place an order.