Dudson Makers Finca Sandstone Nova Plate 279mm (Pack of 12)

The Dudson Makers Finca Sandstone Nova Plate is a 279mm vitrified fine china plate from the Makers Collection, finished in a semi-matte, hand-dipped glaze that produces the multi-tonal, worn texture characteristic of the Finca design. Each piece carries original makers marks on the reverse, a deliberate design detail that reinforces the handcrafted aesthetic of the range. Decoration is applied in-glaze rather than on-glaze, which is the more durable method for commercial use and significantly improves resistance to fading and surface wear in a professional wash environment.

In practical terms, vitrified fine china offers a good balance between the refined appearance expected in casual dining and contemporary restaurant settings and the robustness required for repeated commercial use. The Finca glaze finish is well suited to operators who want a tactile, artisan aesthetic on the plate without moving to stoneware or earthenware, which tend to be heavier and more prone to chipping at the rim. Plates are sold in packs of twelve, which suits standard ordering quantities for most operations.

Points worth considering before ordering:

• In-glaze decoration provides strong resistance to commercial dishwasher cycles
• Semi-matte glaze finish gives each piece a slightly individual character
• Makers marks on the reverse are an intentional feature, not a quality variation
• Vitrified fine china construction keeps weight manageable at 830g per plate
• Sandstone finish suits earthy, natural, or rustic table presentations

This plate is well suited to casual dining, brasserie, and contemporary restaurant environments where the tableware is expected to contribute to the overall aesthetic of the dish presentation. It is less suited to formal fine dining settings where a brighter, more traditional white china finish is expected.

If you are building out a full cover or matching across a range of piece types, the Makers Finca collection extends across multiple plate sizes and serving pieces — it is worth confirming availability of the full set before committing to a particular quantity. The team are happy to talk through what works for your cover count and service style.