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Cara Shell Side Plate, Red Set of 4

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£105

Materials
Fine European Earthernware
VARIANTS: Cara Shell Side Plate, Green Set of 4 Arabella Side Plate, Green Palm Tree Set of 4 Camilla Side Plate, Green Garland Set of 4 Cordelia Side Plate, Green Set of 4 Pandora Side Plate, Cobalt Blue Set of 4 Peacock Side Plate, Green Set of 4
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Width
22 cm

The Cara Shell Side Plates come as a set of four in a stunning red, perfect for pairing with other colours from the same collection, or as a set with the dinner plates. The shell motif reflects the design heritage of Caldas da Rainha, a historic town for earthenware craft, where these were handpainted exclusively for Casa by JJ.

Inspiration
The Royal Palaces of Sintra sit atop a hill that overlooks the city. This majestic building inspired the intricate design detailing of the Cara Collection because of the handpainted detailing inside many of its walls.

This particular motif reflects Portugal's enduring relationship with the sea; centuries of exploration, identity and culture rely on the Atlantic. The shell design has been displayed on Caldas da Rainha pottery since the 18th century, and will continue as an updated version for centuries to come.
Collectors Questions

Q: I only need side plates — are they sold as complete sets on their own?


A: Side plates are sold and available as their own set of four. The word "side plate" undersells them — they work brilliantly as bread plates, dessert plates, and serving dishes for small bites. A set of four at the centre of a table with cheese and fruit is a complete thing in itself.

Q: Are they dishwasher safe?


A: Yes, on a low-temperature or eco cycle (ideally ≤30–45°C) with a mild, non-aggressive detergent, and with heated drying switched off. Hand-washing is still the preferable routine for long-term durability, particularly for pieces with fine painted or gilded detail.

Q: Do the side plates match the dinner plates from the same collection exactly?


A: Where a matching dinner plate exists within the same collection — such as the Cara Shell or Camilla pairs — both are drawn from the same glaze and pattern, so they're designed to sit together as one setting. That said, mixing different designs across the Casa by JJ range is always encouraged.

Q: Are side plates a good starting point for someone new to a collection?


A: Yes — a set of four side plates is a versatile way to bring a pattern into daily use before deciding whether to add the dinner plate or bowls from the same design.

Q: Are these a suitable wedding or housewarming gift?


A: A set of four distinctive side plates is one of the more considered gifts you can give — something the recipient will use and notice every time, and won't already own. A handwritten note is available at checkout.

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Towards A Greener Future

At Casa by JJ, we believe true luxury considers its legacy, not just in heirloom pieces, but in the planet we leave behind. That’s why we are proud to triple carbon offset, going beyond neutral to give back more than we take. Every collection is a step towards a greener future, where beauty at home and responsibility to the world exist in harmony.

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