Royal Copenhagen

Danish

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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$2,297

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Axel Salto Large Table Lamp in Oxblood Glaze from Royal Copenhagen, 1958

$15,310

H 15.75 in Dm 5.12 in

Axel Salto Large Table Lamp in Oxblood Glaze from Royal Copenhagen, 1958

By Royal Copenhagen, Axel Salto

Located in Odense, DK

Rare and beautiful stoneware lamp by Axel Salto for Royal Copenhagen, Denmark in 1958. The lamp base is modeled in Salto´s signature "budding style" and features a stunning Oxblood g...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen

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Stoneware

Arnold Krog - Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Musselmalet - 4 Dinner Plates 1084

$837 / set

H 0.4 in Dm 10.63 in

Arnold Krog - Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Musselmalet - 4 Dinner Plates 1084

By Arnold Krog, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Stockholm, SE

4 Dinner Plates of model Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted designed by Arnold Krog. The plates are 25.5 cm in diameter and in excellent condition except from a few minor scratches. These ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen

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Porcelain

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Axel Salto Budding Style, Royal Copenhagen

$5,860

H 6.3 in Dm 3.15 in

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Axel Salto Budding Style, Royal Copenhagen

By Axel Salto, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Odense, DK

A striking cylindrical stoneware vase by Royal Copenhagen, model number 20565, masterfully designed in the distinctive budded style by Axel Salto. This sculptural form exemplifies Sa...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen

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Stoneware

Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service, Denmark 1961

$5,801 / set

H 0.99 in Dm 9.85 in

Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service, Denmark 1961

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Delft, NL

Royal Copenhagen porcelain tableware dinner service, Denmark 1961 A Royal Copenhagen porcelain dinner service with pattern number 595, the floral golden basket Flowers in the ce...

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20th Century Danish Royal Copenhagen

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Porcelain

Set of Four Salt Cellars Royal Copenhagen ‘Flora Danica’ Porcelain

$6,175 / set

H 1.97 in W 4.34 in D 3.35 in

Set of Four Salt Cellars Royal Copenhagen ‘Flora Danica’ Porcelain

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in London, GB

Set of Four Salt Cellars Royal Copenhagen ‘Flora Danica’ Porcelain Denmark, Late 20th Century Model no. 20/3557 Height 5 cm, Width 11 cm, Depth 8.5 cm Produced by Royal Copenhagen...

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20th Century Danish Belle Époque Royal Copenhagen

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Porcelain

Mid Century Modern Ceramic Bowl - Peacock - Royal Copenhagen - Berte Jessen

$478

H 10 in W 28 in D 10 in

Mid Century Modern Ceramic Bowl - Peacock - Royal Copenhagen - Berte Jessen

By Berte Jessen, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A beautiful ceramic bowl in the shape of a peacock, made by the Danish brand Royal Copenhagen. It is a design by Berte Jessen and dates from around 1960. Beautiful design with a beau...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen

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Ceramic

Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Sleeping Tabby Cat

$275

H 2.9 in W 5.19 in D 4.19 in

Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Sleeping Tabby Cat

By Royal Copenhagen, Erik Nielsen

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming vintage sculpture of a sleeping grey and white tabby cat was designed by Erik Nielsen for Royal Copenhagen. Highly detailed porcelain figurine was hand-decorated with extra ...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Royal Copenhagen

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Serving Platter with Menyanthes Trifoliata L., No.

$2,320

H 1.58 in Dm 13.19 in

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Serving Platter with Menyanthes Trifoliata L., No.

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Kastrup, DK

Royal Copenhagen – Flora Danica Serving platter with hand-painted motif of Menyanthes Trifoliata L. (buckbean). he piece is decorated with fine gilding along the rim and executed in ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Other Royal Copenhagen

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Porcelain

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2026	$1,190	Chandeliers and Pendants	Porcelain	1980
2026	$883	Table Lamps	Glass	1970
2026	$176	Tableware, More Desk Accessories	Porcelain	1960s
2026	$163	Animal Sculptures	Porcelain	2008
2026	$320	Decorative Bowls	Crystal	1980s
2026	$2,200	Dinner Plates, Porcelain	Porcelain	20th Century
2026	$607	Decorative Art	Ceramic	1960 to 1969
2025	$165	Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche	Ceramic, Faience, Pottery	1969-1974
2025	$503	Vases	Ceramic	1969-1974
2025	$404	Porcelain	Porcelain	1911
2025	$160	Pitchers	Glass	1980s
2025	$441	Vases	Ceramic	1969-1974
2025	$15,000	Dinner Plates, Porcelain	Gold, Enamel, Porcelain	1970s
2025	$390	Decorative Bowls	Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass	1960s
2025	$500	Vases	Ceramic, Porcelain	1950s
2025	$444	Vases	Ceramic	1969-1974
2025	$2,487	Table Lamps	Ceramic	1960s
2025	$356	Vases	Ceramic	1960s
2025	$200	Decorative Bowls	Ceramic	1960's
2025	$2,000	Serving Pieces	Porcelain	20th Century

$2,297

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$54-$40,000

Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Questions About Royal Copenhagen

How do I identify a Royal Copenhagen pattern?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify a Royal Copenhagen pattern, first examine the backstamp on your piece. The official Royal Copenhagen website has a reference guide that you can use to determine the year of your piece's production based on this stamp. From there, you can search the pattern resource on the official website for that year and find out the name of your Royal Copenhagen pattern. Find a collection of Royal Copenhagen china on 1stDibs.
Is Royal Copenhagen still in business?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Royal Copenhagen is still in business but the company has undergone many buy-outs and acquisitions over the years. Originally founded in Copenhagen in 1775, the company imitated the exquisite china from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Royal patronage and top-quality craftsmanship quickly earned the brand a reputation, making its products quite collectible. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Royal Copenhagen plates and other pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can you tell Royal Copenhagen seconds?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
To tell Royal Copenhagen seconds, locate the maker's mark. You'll usually find it on the bottom of pieces. If you see a fine vertical line cut into the three lines of the maker's arched logo, your piece is likely a second, meaning that it didn't meet Royal Copenhagen's quality standards at the time of production. Because the line can be very faint, it may be helpful to use a magnifying glass when examining your piece. Shop a large collection of Royal Copenhagen porcelain wares on 1stDibs.
Does Royal Copenhagen still make figurines?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Royal Copenhagen still produces some figurines. However, most of the manufacturer's most well-known lines are no longer in production. As of January 2022, only the annual figurines are still currently in production. Today, Royal Copenhagen is a brand owned by Fiskars Group rather than an independent company. You'll find a collection of Royal Copenhagen figurines on 1stDibs.