Producers of the finest in Danish porcelain, Royal Copenhagen is a company steeped in tradition. Its celebrated blue-and-white china patterns as well as its famed hallmark depicting the royal crown and three waves — symbolizing the monarch who founded the company and the three major waterways of Denmark — are emblems of master craftsmanship.
Royal Copenhagen was founded in 1775 by Queen Juliane Marie. Years earlier, after the death of her husband, King Frederick V, Juliane’s stepson ascended the throne. Shortly into his reign, he went insane, and the Queen became the head of Denmark and its small empire. She sought to improve Denmark’s economy and founded factories around the country to promote domestic growth and international trade. Royal Copenhagen was one of the first of these. Royal Copenhagen first made dinnerware and vases with blue-and-white motifs inspired by Chinese porcelain, then the rage in aristocratic Europe. Many of these designs are still made today.
Apart from its classic patterns, Royal Copenhagen has adapted to the changing styles of time and appeals to many different tastes. Their prolific body of work includes Rococo-style porcelain statues that incorporate stylistic floral patterns in an Art Nouveau style, as well as modern vases by such noted 20th century Danish ceramists as Axel Salto. Whether used for special occasions or displayed as part of a design collection, Royal Copenhagen pieces represent a legacy of the highest quality.
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Pair of Gucci Silver Figural Quail Salt & Pepper Shakers, Italy, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Northport, MI
A charming pair of figural salt and pepper shakers by Gucci, crafted in Italy during the 1970s. Each piece is cast in the form of a plump quail with beautifully textured plumage and ...
Silver Plate
Marcello Fantoni Midcentury Italian Studio Pottery Lamp with Stylized Figures
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in Northport, MI
A signed studio pottery lamp by iconic Italian ceramicist Marcello Fantoni, crafted in the 1950s. This striking midcentury piece features a flared, tapering form with hand-painted st...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Italian Studio Ceramic Vase with Applied Relief Figures
Located in Northport, MI
A striking mid-century Italian studio ceramic vase featuring applied relief figures and distinctive rounded accents. This cylindrical vessel is glazed in a rich black, providing a dr...
Ceramic
Set of 12 Royal Worcester Hand-Painted Gilded Plates, Signed E. Phillips, 1926
By Royal Worcester
Located in Northport, MI
An exceptional set of twelve hand-painted cabinet plates by Royal Worcester, England, dated 1926 and each signed by the artist E. Phillips. These plates exemplify the height of early...
Porcelain
1930s Royal Torquay Butterfly Vase
Located in Northport, MI
Hand-decorated ceramic vase by Royal Torquay, produced in England circa 1930. The vase features a rich cobalt blue glaze with finely painted decoration, including a stylized butterfl...
Ceramic
19th Century Torquay, England Kingfisher Vase
Located in Northport, MI
This hand-decorated ceramic vase was produced in Torquay, England, and stands 10 inches tall with a classic ovoid form and slightly flared rim. The vase is finished in a rich cobalt-...
Ceramic
Vintage Figurative Studio Pottery Salt and Pepper Shakers - a Pair
By Delft
Located in Charleston, SC
A funky set of glazed stoneware figurative salt and pepper shakers in blue and white delft style. The pepper shaker (the taller one) measures: 4.75” tall x 2.75” wide x 2” deep. T...
Stoneware
Pair of Antique Jacob Petit Type French Porcelain Figural Perfume Bottles
By Jacob Petit, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of French porcelain figural perfume bottles. Each in the form of a lady - one is garbed in a pink dress with green shawl and the other in yellow dress with red shawl. Both rest atop a rectangular plinth with gilt accents. Simply a wonderful pair of Jacob Petit type figurines! Date: Early 19th Century Overall Condition: They are in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: Each lacks its figural stopper (likely hats), there are chips and losses to the bases of each (especially at the corners), and each has rubbing to the gold throughout. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Measurements: Pink & Green Figurine...
Porcelain
Scandinavian Designer, Salt and Pepper Shaker in Glazed Faience, 1970s / 80s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Scandinavian designer. Salt and pepper shaker in glazed faience, 1970s / 80s. Measures: 10 x 7.2 cm. In excellent condition.
Faience
Royal Copenhagen figurine in porcelain. Two "Amager" girls in regional costume.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen figurine in porcelain. Two "Amager" girls in regional costume. Dating: 1956 Model number 1395. Marked. Second factory quality. Perfect condition. Dimensions: Width 1...
Porcelain
Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower Braided Salt and Pepper Shaker
Located in København, Copenhagen
Royal Copenhagen Blue Flower Braided salt and pepper shaker in porcelain. Measures: 10 x 5.8 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 1st factory quality.
Porcelain
2000s The Optimist and the Pessimist Danish Royal Copenhagen Figurines
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Knebel, DK
Rare mussel painted version of the classic Danish figuringes "The optimist and the pessimist" by Royal Copenhagen
Porcelain
