The Oyster Collection

Elevate your coastal dining experience with our handmade Dozen Oyster Plate, crafted by Memphis-based Bridgman Pottery.  Each plate is a true work of art, made from in-house clay and custom plaster molds, with no two pieces alike. The creamy porcelain is delicately shaped and adorned with hand-carved oyster shells, capturing the organic beauty of the coast. Finished in a striking cobalt blue, the plate’s shell, barnacle, and urchin motifs bring an artistic touch to your table or to your wall, when used as decor! 

Hand-painted and bisque-fired, each plate is completed with a clear satin glaze, resulting in subtle variations that make every piece truly unique. With a discreet hook on the back for easy hanging, this piece can transition effortlessly from a dining essential to a striking wall display. Measuring approximately 10” in diameter, each plate varies in depth and form, reflecting the natural world in its design.

In Drew Smith's Oyster: A Gastronomic History, readers take a journey through time to discover how this unique seafood has influenced cooks, artists, writers, politicians and more. Focusing on specific historic eras and geographical locations, Smith shares fascinating facts and stunning visuals in his oyster coffee table book. Fifty recipes are included in this book about oysters, providing inspiration for ambitious home chefs. 

Make a statement at your next gathering with this Extra Large Oyster Platter, handcrafted by Memphis-based Bridgman Pottery. Designed to capture the essence of coastal living, each platter is meticulously shaped using in-house clay and custom molds, featuring hand-carved oyster shells that evoke the beauty of the shore. Finished with intricate cobalt blue shell, barnacle, and urchin motifs, this platter is a true work of art.

This generously sized platter holds up to 18 oyster shells, offering ample space for serving seafood or other coastal delicacies. Each piece is individually hand-painted, bisque-fired, and glazed in a clear satin finish, resulting in subtle variations that make every platter unique. With a discreet hook on the back for easy hanging, it can effortlessly transition from a serving piece to a beautiful wall display. Due to the handmade process, no two platters are the same, ensuring a one-of-a-kind design that reflects the natural beauty of the ocean.

Introducing our hand-painted Oyster Platter: a true work of art that beautifully captures the essence of a lustrous shucked oyster shell.  This artfully crafted serving platter features strokes of blues, golds, and hand-sculpted texture bringing the delicate details of the oyster shell to life. Easily giftable and highly desirable, our Oyster Platter brings the seaside to any summer spreads and gatherings throughout the year.

Crafted from hand-painted ceramic, this elegant half dozen plate is perfect for serving raw oysters. Its refined design and artisanal quality make it a stylish addition to any dining setting, ensuring a sophisticated presentation for your culinary creations.  This sophisticated plate also makes a great decorative piece - whether displayed mounted on a wall or resting in a cabinet or plate rack. 

This Small Oyster Plate is designed for individual servings and is as functional as it is beautiful. Handcrafted from fine English porcelain, each plate is meticulously molded over handmade plaster molds, capturing the organic texture of the sea.

Finished with hand-painted cobalt blue detailing, this plate features a delicate yet durable clear satin glaze that’s food-safe, making it perfect for both display and use. The built-in hanger offers an elegant way to showcase it as a decorative piece when not in use.

Holding up to four oysters, this petite plate is ideal for intimate gatherings or as part of a stunning coastal display. Each plate is unique and embodies the artisanal craftsmanship of Bridgman Pottery, based in Memphis.

Inspired by the vibrant and richly textured majolica-style oyster plates of the 19th century, the Newport Oyster Plate is a stunning statement piece for your table or a beautiful coastal addition to your plate wall. Hand-painted in a rich cobalt blue in Portugal using traditional earthenware techniques. 

Inspired by the beautifully detailed majolica oyster plates of the 19th century, the Chesapeake Oyster Plate brings a colorful piece of coastal history to your home. Each plate is hand-painted in Portugal, with sculptural oyster shells in soft pink and green creating beautiful dimension and character.

Made from earthenware using traditional techniques, it makes a special addition to the table or a charming statement displayed on a plate wall.