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Royal Copenhagen Candlesticks

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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Creator: Royal Copenhagen
Pair of Large Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glaze Candlesticks. Thorkild Olsen, 1959
Pair of Large Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glaze Candlesticks. Thorkild Olsen, 1959

Pair of Large Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glaze Candlesticks. Thorkild Olsen, 1959

By Thorkild Olsen, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Malmö, SE

Elegant large Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed candlesticks with gilded banding. For candles with diameter 3,0-3,2 cm (1.1 - 1.3 in.). Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYA...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Royal Copenhagen Candlesticks

Materials

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Postmodern Danish Metal Candleholder from Royal Copenhagen, 1980s
Postmodern Danish Metal Candleholder from Royal Copenhagen, 1980s

Postmodern Danish Metal Candleholder from Royal Copenhagen, 1980s

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Danish Metal Candleholder from Royal Copenhagen, 1980s

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20th Century Danish Post-Modern Royal Copenhagen Candlesticks

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Metal

Arnold Krog - Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Musselmalet - 2 Candlesticks #15
Arnold Krog - Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Musselmalet - 2 Candlesticks #15

Arnold Krog - Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted Musselmalet - 2 Candlesticks #15

By Royal Copenhagen, Arnold Krog

Located in Stockholm, SE

A pair of candlesticks of model Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted designed by Arnold Krog. They are 22.5 cm tall and in excellent condition. These candlesticks are of model number 15 and ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen Candlesticks

Materials

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Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Danish Candleholder in Metal and Glass from Dantoft
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Danish Candleholder in Metal and Glass from Dantoft

Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Danish Candleholder in Metal and Glass from Dantoft

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Danish Candleholder in Metal and Glass from Dantoft, 1960s

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Royal Copenhagen Candlesticks

Materials

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Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Candle Holder Gunnar Cyren Dansk Designs Denmark
Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Candle Holder Gunnar Cyren Dansk Designs Denmark

Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Candle Holder Gunnar Cyren Dansk Designs Denmark

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Modern Danish Metal Candleholder by Gunnar Cyren for Dansk Designs Denmark, 1960s

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Set of 2 Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Candlesticks. Thorkild Olsen, 1957.
Set of 2 Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Candlesticks. Thorkild Olsen, 1957.

Set of 2 Royal Copenhagen Crackle Glazed Candlesticks. Thorkild Olsen, 1957.

By Thorkild Olsen, Royal Copenhagen

Located in Malmö, SE

Elegant Royal Copenhagen crackle glazed candlesticks with gilded banding on the rim and base. Designed by THORKILD OLSEN (1890-1973) for ROYAL COPENHAGEN. Made in Denmark, 1957. Gre...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Royal Copenhagen Candlesticks

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Ceramic, Porcelain

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Royal Copenhagen candlesticks for sale on 1stDibs.

Royal Copenhagen candlesticks are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of stone and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original candlesticks by Royal Copenhagen were created in the modern style in scandinavia during the 1970s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider candlesticks by Metallslojden Gusum, and Georg Jensen. Prices for Royal Copenhagen candlesticks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $150 and can go as high as $808, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $477.
Questions About Royal Copenhagen Candlesticks
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.