Vintage English Steeplechase Horse Racing Stoneware Plate with 22 Carat Gold Accent

A charming and highly collectible English stoneware plate featuring a classic steeplechase racing scene—rich with movement, color, and timeless sporting elegance. Perfectly scaled at just over five inches, this piece reads as both a decorative accent and a refined nod to equestrian heritage.

The reverse is stamped “Prince William Warranted 22 Carat Gold Made in England,” placing it within a mid-20th century line of British souvenir and commemorative wares known for their whimsical illustrations and signature gold gilt finishes. These pieces were widely produced as collectible keepsakes and decorative tablewares, often celebrating British culture, sport, and countryside life.

The result is a piece that feels both nostalgic and elevated—exactly the kind of object that layers beautifully into a well-appointed interior.

CONDITION
Excellent vintage condition. Light, age-appropriate wear consistent with vintage stoneware. No chips or cracks observed. Wear observed to gilt rim. 

SIZE
5.25” diameter

PROVENANCE
England, mid-20th century
Stamped: Prince William Warranted 22 Carat Gold Made in England

MAKER
Prince William Ware (England)

MATERIAL
Stoneware with 22 carat gold gilt detailing

WHY WE LOVE THIS
This is exactly the kind of piece that quietly elevates a space. The scale is chef’s kiss—small enough to layer, but impactful because of the subject matter. The steeplechase scene feels inherently Ralph Lauren: sporting, heritage-driven, and unmistakably British.

And that gold stamp gives just enough polish without tipping into anything flashy.

STYLING SUGGESTION
Style this on a petite brass easel layered into a bar, bookshelf, or tailgate vignette. It pairs beautifully with tartans, leather-bound books, and anything equestrian. Also stunning tucked into a butler’s pantry shelf or stacked with other small English plates for a collected look.