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How old is my Royal Copenhagen porcelain?

The trademark has been used with little variations ever since the founding and every single piece of porcelain produced by Royal Copenhagen has been stamped with the three waves. The trademark with the three waves has had changes through the years. This makes it possible to tell the age of each piece of porcelain by Royal Copenhagen.

What is the history of the Royal Copenhagen trademark?

From 1775 the wavy lines were painted by hand, but in the 1870s Royal Copenhagen began to stamp and glaze the trademark. Approximately 1870-1890​ Blue stamp, under glazing. 1887-1892 Stamp in purple or red on top of glazing. 1892 Stamp in red or green on top of glazing. Used for export items by request from the US.

What font does the Royal Copenhagen Mark use?

All Royal Copenhagen marks that include text are printed in capitals in a non-serif font. Dating indicators were first added to the Royal Copenhagen mark in 1935. There were two types – Lines were used underglaze and dots used overglaze, they are quite distinctive and easy to see.

Why does Royal Copenhagen have three waves on its porcelain?

The trademark has been used with little variations ever since the founding and every single piece of porcelain produced by Royal Copenhagen has been stamped with the three waves. The trademark with the three waves has had changes through the years.

What is the history of Copenhagens porcelain industry?

By 1851, Royal Copenhagen qualified for the World Expo in London. In 1868, as a result of royal companies privatization, the Royal Porcelain Factory came into private hands.

Where can I buy and sell European porcelain from Royal Copenhagen?

Sotheby’s is your best resource to buy and sell European porcelain, china or ceramic objects by Royal Copenhagen in the Flora Danica pattern, Fish pattern, Game pattern, Blue Lace Pattern, or Fruit pattern.

What does Royal Copenhagen mean?

Royal Copenhagen, officially the Royal Porcelain Factory (Danish: Den Kongelige Porcelænsfabrik), is a Danish manufacturer of porcelain products and was founded in Copenhagen on 1 May 1775 under the protection of Danish Dowager Queen Juliane Marie.

How long are Royal Copenhagen plates made?

In 1908 the Royal Copenhagen factory followed suit. Each year these plates are made in limited quantities and have been collectable for over 100 years. Each plate is made in the year of issue only, after which the mould is destroyed, and the design is never made again.

What do the three waves mean on my Royal Copenhagen piece?

The three waves, the royal stamp and the painters signature; symbolising authenticity, its royal heritage and hand-craftsmanship. In the overview below you can find out, when your Royal Copenhagen piece was created.

What makes Royal Copenhagen porcelain unique?

Each piece of Royal Copenhagen porcelain has a mark on its underside, telling its own unique story. The three waves, the royal stamp and the painters signature; symbolising authenticity, its royal heritage and hand-craftsmanship.

What do the backstamps mean on Copenhagen porcelain?

The Backstamps the backstamps since 1775 Each piece of Royal Copenhagen porcelain has a mark on its underside, telling its own unique story. The three waves, the royal stamp and the painters signature; symbolising authenticity, its royal heritage and hand-craftsmanship.

Why does Denmark have three lines on its porcelain?

It is recognized by its factory mark, the three wavy lines above each other, symbolizing Denmarks three straits: Storebælt, Lillebælt and Øresund. Starting in the 17th century, Europeans, long fascinated by the blue and white porcelain exported from China during the Ming and Qing dynasties, began to imitate the precious ware.