Holly Dessert Plate, 7 in

Sized for petits fours and desserts alike: enough room for a financier, two chocolates or a slice of cake, presented with a bit of care.

On a plain tablecloth or beside a simple set of tableware, this white plate with its holly decoration lifts the whole table without taking over.

It isn't just for serving. The pattern also works as a decorative piece: hold small odds and ends on a console table, or hang it on the wall and simply enjoy looking at it.

It is made in Provence by Sicard, a French earthenware maker. Slip it into the plates you already own, or give it as a gift for an afternoon tea or a holiday meal.