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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$1,119

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Arnold Krog - Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Musselmalet - 4 Luncheon Plates 1085

$650 / set

H 0.4 in Dm 9.06 in

Arnold Krog - Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Musselmalet - 4 Luncheon Plates 1085

By Arnold Krog, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Stockholm, SE

4 Luncheon Plates of model Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted designed by Arnold Krog. The plates are 23 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

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica, Gagea Lutea var Glaucascens Lge., Gilt Border

$1,400

H 1.25 in Dm 9 in

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica, Gagea Lutea var Glaucascens Lge., Gilt Border

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Bradenton, FL

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Plate, Gagea lutea var. glaucascens Lge, with Pierced Gilt Border. Each plate in this collection showcases a plant species taken from the Dani...

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20th Century Danish Neoclassical Royal Copenhagen

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Gold

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Full Lace Three-Section Serving Dish No. 1005

$3,200

H 5.5 in W 12 in D 12 in

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Full Lace Three-Section Serving Dish No. 1005

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Full Lace Three Section Serving Dish No. 1005 An exceptional Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Full Lace three section serving dish, model No. 1005. The scul...

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1970s Danish Rococo Revival Vintage Royal Copenhagen

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Porcelain

Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Tableware Dinner Service, Denmark 1961

$5,736 / 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

1960s Danish Nils Thorsson Baca Fajance Earthenware Vase for Royal Copenhagen

$177

H 7.41 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

1960s Danish Nils Thorsson Baca Fajance Earthenware Vase for Royal Copenhagen

By Royal Copenhagen, Nils Thorsson

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This is a Royal Copenhagen Baca vase designed by Nils Thorsson. The vase is characterized by its square form and intricate geometric and abstract motifs, typical of Thorsson's style....

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen

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Ceramic, Faience, Pottery

Royal Copenhagen Mirror Colorful Organic Decor, Marianne Johanson, 1960s

$1,135Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.77 in Dm 1.82 in

Royal Copenhagen Mirror Colorful Organic Decor, Marianne Johanson, 1960s

By Royal Copenhagen, Marianne Johnson

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Danish Mid-Century Modern faience frame mirror by Marianne Johanson for the Royal Copenhagen Tenera series. Hand-painted floral organic decor i...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Royal Copenhagen

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Faience, Porcelain

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

$826 / set

H 0.4 in Dm 10.63 in

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

By Royal Copenhagen, Arnold Krog

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

Materials

Porcelain

Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen Baca Vase Blue White Ochre, Danish 1970s

$343

H 7.49 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen Baca Vase Blue White Ochre, Danish 1970s

By Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Ceramic vase from the Royal Copenhagen "Baca" series designed by Nils Thorsson in the late 1960s. This vase was manufactured in the period 1975 to 1979. It features a geometric pa...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen

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Ceramic

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2026	$238	Porcelain	Porcelain	1965
2026	$652	Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche	Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery	1960s
2026	$531	Decorative Bowls	Porcelain	1960s
2026	$406	Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche	Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware	1960s
2026	$810	Porcelain	Porcelain	1960s
2026	$298	Decorative Bowls	Ceramic	circa 1960
2026	$1,190	Porcelain	Gold, Porcelain	20th Century
2026	$1,190	Porcelain	Gold, Porcelain	20th Century
2026	$1,190	Porcelain	Gold, Porcelain	20th Century
2026	$1,190	Porcelain	Gold, Porcelain	20th Century
2026	$335	Vases	Ceramic	Circa 1960
2026	$300	Vases	Ceramic	Circa 1960
2026	$262	Vases	Ceramic	1969-1974
2026	$650	Vases	Ceramic	1975-1979
2026	$378	Vases	Ceramic	1967
2026	$300	Decorative Bowls	Stoneware, Ceramic, Paint	1930's-1940's
2026	$525	Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche	Stoneware	1960-1970
2026	$1,800	Animal Sculptures	Porcelain	1938
2026	$640	Porcelain, Vases	Gold, Porcelain	1950s
2026	$983	Vases	Stoneware	1960s

$1,119

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$160-$15,000

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.