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Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces

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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 Royal Copenhagen Trivets by Helle Damkjær, Denmark, 1960s
By Helle Damkjaer, Royal Copenhagen
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This stylish pair of Royal Copenhagen trivets was designed by Helle Damkjær at Royal Copenhagen. The trivets feel weighted and are designed to be trivets. The bottom is stamped with ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces

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Plastic

Blue & White Royal Copenhagen Denmark Part Dinner Set With Serving Pieces
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Discover the timeless beauty of a blue and white Royal Copenhagen Denmark part dinner set, complete with exquisite serving pieces. This remarkable collection encapsulates the essence of classic elegance and danish craftsmanship, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. The part dinner set features a carefully selected assortment of essential pieces designed to cater to your entertaining needs. From dinner plates that provide a stunning backdrop for your culinary creations to complementing salad plates that add a touch of grace, every element of this collection is meticulously crafted. Enhancing your dining experience, the set includes an array of serving pieces that elevate the art of hospitality. Serve delectable main courses and side dishes with the elegant designed serving platters, while the covered serving bowls ensure your food stays warm and enticing. Additionally, the charming gravy boat and saucer add a touch of refinement to your dining presentation. Including 2 medium tureens, two gravy boat ( one with handle , one without ) footed serving piece, coffee tray, creamer, tea pot, coffee pot, water pitcher, two wine pitcher, sugar pot, 7 expresso cup, 4 large coffee cups,10 two handle cups,2 round serving platter, 10 lunch / dinner plates, 18 butter plates, 15 cake plates, 10 first course big plate, 9 second course medium plate, 8 first course medium plate, 8 salad plates, 6 olives little plates , 5 small...
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1950s Danish Vintage Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces

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Porcelain, Paint

Royal Copenhagen Ichthyological Porcelain Part Dinner 'Fish-Service'
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in London, GB
A Royal Copenhagen Ichthyological porcelain part dinner 'fish-service' Danish, 20th century Plates: height 2cm, diameter 24cm Long dish: height 5cm, width 60cm, depth 24cm Cons...
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20th Century Danish Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces

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Vintage Royal Copenhagen Frijsenborg Floral Porcelain Tureen & Lid, C1930
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage Royal Copenhagen Frijsenborg Floral Porcelain Tureen & Lid, C1930 Measures - 7.75'' H x 11.75'' W x 7.5'' D. A vintage Royal Copen...
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20th Century Danish Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces

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Porcelain

Axel Salto, Service Set in Porcelain from Royal Copenhagen, Midcentury, 1956
By Royal Copenhagen, Axel Salto
Located in Odense, DK
An excellent and rare set of 11 service items from the famous Danish ceramic artist Axel Salto. This was made for Royal Copenhagen, designed back in 1956. It contains: 3 x plates ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces

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Porcelain

Flora Danica Carving Fork and Knife by Royal Copenhagen
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in New Orleans, LA
The porcelain handles of this knife and fork are finely hand-painted with botanical specimens native to Denmark in this beautiful Flora Danica carving utensils set. Created by the le...
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20th Century Danish Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces

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Porcelain

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Royal Copenhagen serving pieces for sale on 1stDibs.

Royal Copenhagen serving pieces 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 serving pieces, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serving pieces by Royal Copenhagen were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serving pieces by Herbert Krenchel, Stelton, and Digsmed. Prices for Royal Copenhagen serving pieces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $377 and can go as high as $22,934, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,750.
Questions About Royal Copenhagen Serving Pieces
  • 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 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 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.

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