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Who are the famous Danish ceramicists?
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There are several famous Danish ceramicists. Denmark has been known for its pottery for more than three centuries. Some created pieces for Royal Copenhagen, a world-renowned pottery company founded in 1775. Among them were Axel Salto, Gertrud Vasegaard, Hans Henrik Hansen and Gunnar Nylund. Others, like Thorvald Bindesbøll, worked for Frauens Levarefabrik or independently in their own studios, like Helle Allpass. Notable contemporary potters continue the country’s tradition of excellence in the field of ceramics. Among them is Bodil Manz. Find a wide variety of Danish pottery on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
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Glazed Ceramic Light Sculpture by Birthe Aksby, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Expressive light sculpture by Danish ceramicist Birthe Aksby, crafted in glazed ceramic with organic designs inspired by plant forms and marine corals. The composition evokes natural growth, with volumes emerging from a textured and perforated structure, allowing light to flow through its openings and create an atmospheric play of shadows. The pale glazed patina enhances its sculptural presence, lending it an ethereal character and an almost mineral quality.
Birthe Aksby, active in Denmark during the second half of the 20th century, is renowned for her mastery of fine ceramics and her exploration of nature-inspired forms. Alongside this remarkable piece, a newspaper clipping was found mentioning her work exhibited at Galerie Gammel Strand in Copenhagen, alongside ceramicist Lizzie Thyssen...
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$1,845 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Danish Ceramic Jumbo Bunny Money Bank by Søholm, 1980s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Large bunny money bank by Søholm in Denmark for the Danish Bank AL (Arbejdernes Landsbank). It features a delightful caramel glaze and its original stopper...
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Vintage 1980s Danish Modern Ceramics
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Ceramic
Soholm 1960s Ceramic Vase
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Barcelona, ES
Danish modern 1960s ceramic vase/jar produced by Soholm Pottery. Original label in Danish on the neck and stamped on base, reference number 3308.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jars
Materials
Ceramic
Sandstone Sculpture by Jens Jacob Bregnø Female Venus Figure, Illums, 1930s
By Illums Bolighus, Jens Jacob Bregnö
Located in Odense, DK
Large beautiful figurative sculpture by Danish artist Jens Jacob Bregnø in jugend style. The sculpture is made of raw sandstone and is signed by the ...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Contemporary 'Balloon Vase 04 Petit Raw White' by Louise Roe
By Louise Roe
Located in Paris, IDF
Balloon Vase 04 Petit Raw White
Handmade ceramic vase made by Danish artist Louise Roe.
Ø6-12 / H18 CM
Sculptural object with clouds shape.
About the artist:
LOUISE ROE i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Artistic Vintage Danish Pottery Bowl from the 1950s
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage artistic Danish pottery bowl with a beautiful abstract design
Signed on the base but artist unknown
No cracks or chips.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Pottery
Materials
Pottery
$375 Sale Price
31% Off