Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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
Porcelain Fighting Polar Bears Sculpture by Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in San Diego, CA
Porcelain fighting polar bears sculpture by Royal Copenhagen, circa 1936 (per hallmark line over "O" in "Royal" on the underside). The piece is in very good vintage condition with no...
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Early 20th Century Danish Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
$500 Sale Price
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Vintage Porcelain Two Piece Fighting Polar Bears Sculpture by Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage two piece porcelain fighting polar bears sculpture by Royal Copenhagen, circa 1930s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 9.5"W 5....
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Early 20th Century Danish Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
$340 Sale Price
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A large porcelain sculpture of a couple kissing by the sea by Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Houston, TX
An insanely romantic large porcelain sculpture of a couple kissing by the sea called “The Kiss” #1132. Designed by Theodor Lundberg and made by Royal Copenhagen in Denmark. In very g...
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1950s European French Provincial Vintage Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
Sculpture of boy and rooster in Sung-glazed stoneware
By Royal Copenhagen, Johannes Hedegaard
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sculpture of boy and rooster in Sung-glazed stoneware. Labelled and signed by Johannes Hedegaard and Royal Copenhagen Denmark.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Ceramic
Jørgen Mogensen Large & Powerful Cubist Female Sculpture for Royal Copenhagen
By Jørgen Mogensen, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Jørgen Mogensen, Danish 1922-2004
Rare and unique cubist-style sculpture created by Jørgen Mogensen for Royal Copenhagen.
The sculpture stands 81 cm tall and depicts a nude woman, c...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Stoneware
Stoneware Sculpture of Boy with Bear in Ceramic by Knud Kyhn
By Royal Copenhagen, Knud Kyhn
Located in Berlin, BE
Stoneware Sculpture of Boy with Bear in ceramic by Knud Kyhn
Stoneware sculpture of boy with bear from Royal Copenhagen.
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1950s Vintage Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Ceramic
Royal Copenhagen S. G-Kelsey Numbered Bronze Ballerina
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Bronze figure in the form of dancing ballet girl. Dated 1975. Designed by S. G-Kelsey for Royal Copenhagen.
The ballet girl with a "flying" braid, her hands up gracefully, wear a leo...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Bronze
Johannes Hedegaard for Royal Copenhagen Figurine "Martha" Rare Version 21424
By Royal Copenhagen, Johannes Hedegaard
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Figurine of a young woman washing clothes - called "Martha" - by Danish sculptor Johannes Hedegaard (1915-1999) produced at Royal Copenhagen. It´s a rare version with beige clothes instead of the more commonly seen version with turquoise glaze. The naked parts of the body show the warm terracotta color and make the figurine quite sensual. The figurine was designed ca 1940s and it was most likely made around 1960s.
Johannes Hedegaard is famous for his graceful busts of young, most often half naked women. His model was reportedly his own wife Birthe Hedegaard. He trained as a sculptor at Royal Copenhagen from 1930 to 1935 and later he went to the Sculpture School at the Royal Academy of Arts in Copenhagen (Kunstakademiets Billedhuggerskole). His teachers here were Einar Utzon-Frank (1939) and Johannes Bjerg...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Ceramic
$705 Sale Price
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Royal Copenhagen Hand Painted Porcelain Young Girl Peasant Feeding a Calf
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Royal Copenhagen glazed hand painted porcelain figurine of a Danish young girl peasant feeding a calf from a big bucket. Below the base, it is found the Royal Copenhagen ha...
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20th Century Danish Folk Art Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
$116 Sale Price
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Mid-20th Century Porcelain Sculpture of Faun and a Rabbit by Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century danish glazed porcelain sculpture of Faun (satyr) sitting over a column and a rabbit by danish firm Royal Copenhagen
By: Royal Copenhagen
Material: porcelain, paint...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint, Ceramic
Royal Copenhagen Figurine Carl Martin-Hansen "A Man from Greenland" #12225
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
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"A Man From Greenland" Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Figurine is the male figure from a set numbered 12224 (Woman) and 12225 (Man) in the Royal Copenhagen catalog nu...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Jute
Lotte Benter "Amager girl" - Royal Copenhagen figurine
By Royal Copenhagen, Lotte Benter
Located in Skien, NO
Stunning Scandinavian / Danish design figurine with underglaze decoration. Designed by Lotte Benter for Royal Copenhagen. Artist signatur under "Lotte Benter".
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1960s Danish Vintage Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$480 Sale Price
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Royal Copenhagen Figurine Carl Martin-Hansen "A Woman from Greenland" #12224
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
SALE ONE WEEK ONLY
"A Woman From Greenland" Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Figurine is the female figure from a set numbered 12224 (Woman) and 12225 (Man) in the Royal Copenhagen catalo...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Porcelain Figurine Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Porcelain figurine of the Danish Royal Copenhagen manufactory, perfect condition. The mark used in the period 1974-1978.
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1970s Danish Vintage Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$366 Sale Price
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Bisque Leo Statute By Pia Langelund For Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Doraville, GA
Beautiful bisque, matte white, statue of a man designed by Pia Langelund for Royal Copenhagen. The statue is one of the zodiac figures and this statue represents Leo. Designed probab...
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1990s Danish Classical Greek Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Faun Figurine from Royal Copenhagen, 1966
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Chorzów, PL
This charming Faun figurine, crafted in 1966 by the prestigious Royal Copenhagen, is a fine example of mid-century Danish porcelain artistry. Known for its high-quality craftsmanship...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
$335 Sale Price
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Faun Figurine from Royal Copenhagen, 1969-1973
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Chorzów, PL
Faun figurine from Royal Copenhagen, 1969-1973.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$357 Sale Price
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Bisque Scorpio Statute By Pia Langelund For Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Doraville, GA
Beautiful bisque, matte white, statue of a man designed by Pia Langelund for Royal Copenhagen. The statue is one of the zodiac figures and this statue represents Scorpio. Designed pr...
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1990s Danish Classical Greek Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
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Porcelain
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Royal Copenhagen figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Royal Copenhagen figurative sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Royal Copenhagen figurative sculptures, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original figurative sculptures by Royal Copenhagen were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider figurative sculptures by Bing & Grøndahl, Just Andersen, and Lauritz Adolph Hjorth. Prices for Royal Copenhagen figurative sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $112 and can go as high as $7,208, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $251.
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Questions About Royal Copenhagen Figurative Sculptures
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024To 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, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
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