Vintage Ardalt Japan Dogs Playing Cards Porcelain Plates, Set of 7

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A charming and increasingly hard-to-find set of seven vintage Ardalt Japan porcelain miniature plates from the whimsical Dogs Playing Cards … Read more A charming and increasingly hard-to-find set of seven vintage Ardalt Japan porcelain miniature plates from the whimsical Dogs Playing Cards series.

Each petite white porcelain plate features a different hand-colored dog character holding playing cards, paired with a playful bridge or card-game sentiment. The assortment includes a handsome spaniel, basset hound, terrier, collie, and other canine players, each framed by a delicate embossed beaded border and fine gold-tone rim. Together, the seven create a delightful display for a game room, library, bar cart, cocktail area, or dog-lover’s collection.

The underside bears the hand-painted maker/pattern number 6197. Ardalt Japan miniature plates in this pattern family are commonly identified by that number and are often described as mid-century novelty or bridge-themed plates.

These are wonderful as a complete wall grouping, easel display, decorative tabletop accent, or a memorable hostess, bridge-club, or canine-enthusiast gift. Their humorous “dogs playing cards” imagery brings a touch of mid-century kitsch, Americana, and conversation-starting charm to traditional, eclectic, cottage, and maximalist interiors. See less