The three waves, royal crown, and artist’s mark found on each Royal Copenhagen product represent the hallmarks of the company that has represented Denmark for nearly 250 years.

Royal Copenhagen, a porcelain company born from royal roots, was established as the Royal Porcelain Factory in 1775 by the widowed queen of Denmark, Juliane Marie. Using her knowledge of the valuable local materials, gained through her family’s history in porcelain (also known as china), she left her stamp on Danish life with Royal Copenhagen products.

Portrait of Queen Juliane Marie — Queen Juliane Marie of Denmark

From the beginning, Marie was of the unwavering opinion that each piece of porcelain coming from the factory be stamped with three hand-painted waves, each wave representing a major Danish waterway. The three waves feature the Sound (strait separating Denmark and Sweden), the Great Belt, and the Little Belt.

Porcelain plates with signature three blue waves on bottom — Signature Three Blue Wave

In addition to the waves, the royal crown has also accompanied each piece of Royal Copenhagen, symbolizing the royal beginnings of the company. In fact, the evolution of the crown illustration itself allows for each piece of Royal Copenhagen porcelain to be dated back to the early days of the brand.

Stamps reading "Royal Copenhagen, Handpainted since 1773 — Royal Crown Stamp

With these signature marks, Royal Copenhagen has done right by its Danish identity and shown pride through sustained tradition.

While a large part of Royal Copenhagen is centered around Denmark, the same level of importance is put into the handmade craftsmanship that is evident in each piece of Royal Copenhagen decorated porcelain. Royal Copenhagen’s trademark look is the hand-painted, blue fluted art that garnishes many of their works. Each painter at Royal Copenhagen is trained for four years to master their craft, so each piece of china looks immaculate. Although two products may look identical to the untrained eye, each artist can identify their own works, as well as the work of their colleagues.

White porcelain plate being painted with blue detailings

On each Royal Copenhagen commodity, the mark of the painter that decorated the dinnerware is always inscribed on the bottom of the product.

In their many gorgeous collections, Royal Copenhagen puts floral spins on plates, mugs, bowls, vases, teapots, and many more. They use their classic blue look to complete the light, delicate touch that defines their work.

The first ever collection from Royal Copenhagen, Blue Fluted Plain, has been crafted ever since the introduction of the company back in 1775. Drawing from porcelain techniques originating in China (hence the porcelain synonym “china”), the Danish company used bold blues to create the flower that embellishes their Blue Fluted Plain works. Each piece of Blue Fluted Plain is marked with a “1”, showing the age and significance of the timeless treasure. While made to be used every day, Blue Fluted Plain still serves as a stunningly beautiful addition to any special-occasion tablescape, using its grandeur and old-fashioned feel to enchant your meal.

Plate and bowl with blue floral detailing from blue fluted plain collection — Blue Fluted Plain

Blue Floral bowl and plate place settings on table with floral centerpiece — Blue Fluted Half Lace

Complimenting the classic Blue Fluted Plain collection are other Blue Fluted works, such as Blue Fluted Half Lace and Blue Fluted Full Lace. These variants use a similar pattern, but reveal a deeper, fractal-esque artwork that elaborates on the original in a new, yet familiar, way. Meanwhile, Blue Fluted Mega creatively finds a way to be old-fashioned yet modern, and innovatively classic, putting a contemporary tone on a classic base design.

Bowls with blue detailing on shelf — Blue Fluted Mega

Other unique collections from Royal Copenhagen include Flora, a series of dinnerware accessories that prove to be starkly different from the signature Royal Copenhagen Blue Fluted look. A modern take on the centuries-old Flora Danica china, a cultural emblem of Denmark, each piece of Flora porcelain is embellished with a flower you might find in a Danish garden. With this collection, embrace the spring and summer months, and spice up your tablescape by allowing your guests to share a meal with their favorite flower.

Mugs with different floral designs on each — Flora

While all of Royal Copenhagen’s products would look wonderful in your home, they also make great gifts, such as the Alphabet collection. This collection celebrates one letter, hand painted and elegantly displayed on a signature porcelain mug. Also using blue fluted flair as a contemporary feel, these mugs add a sense of individuality and personality to a warm morning beverage or afternoon tea.

Mug with "M" detailed in blue lettering — Alphabet

Here at Didriks, choose from the extensive Royal Copenhagen collections, each uniquely beautifying your tablescape, as well as countless other dinnerware and outdoor furniture necessities.