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The Art of Sailing
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Hav, the Danish word for ocean, is a homage inspired by the sea and the lifestyle of the northern European coastlines. It features a variety of shades of blue, and the relief motif reflects the shape of fish scales. The variety of dishes is designed for informal yet always refined use
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The latest new proposal from Royal Copenhagen, the famous Danish brand known for its quality artisanal porcelain, the Hav table service is an expression of luxury that enjoys simplicity and invents new methods of use by Marta Bernasconi
he three wavy lines on this important porcelain manufacturer’s logo are more than a simple evocation of the nautical world, they are a symbol of the company and recall the three stretches of sea that belong to Denmark. Cobalt blue is the hallmark colour that features throughout its product lines, and also appears in this new line. Hav, the Danish word for ocean, is the name chosen for the latest table serviced presented this year, whose decorative motifs reinterpret the company’s trademark, the famous three superimposed waves. We’ll start with Hav – the most modern aspect of the brand – to tell the story of a brand that combines elegance and simplicity, expressing a concept of tangible luxury. Watching the manufacturer’s skilful artisans at work immediately makes the value of each piece clear. “We wanted to create something entirely new while remaining faithful to our artisanal roots and our DNA”, says Niels
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Bastrup, Creative Director at Royal Copenhagen. Far from
the three undulating lines of the brand logo. The two ceramic
being an end in itself, the decoration featured by Hav fulfils
table services illustrated here are typical examples of the
a specific purpose – as well providing aesthetic appeal, the
Danish company’s style. Enjoying the patronage of the Queen of
fish scale motif makes it much easier to grip the dishes. The
Denmark since its foundation, it has always retained its identity
hand-airbrushed paint is based on rather misty shades of
and artistic values. Its 245-year history also reflects the story of
blue evoking the colours of the northern seas. While Hav
porcelain for the most important tables, important collaborations
represents modernity for the Danish porcelain tableware
and a clear vision of luxury dining – every piece must be unique
brand, we should not forget the Blue Fluted Plain service
and tell its own story.
created in 1775, which has now become an iconic product
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creating timeless table settings. Its blue floral pattern was inspired by traditional hand-painted Chinese porcelain. The stylised floral motifs combining leaves and vines are
Above, the teapot and table setting from the Hav service. Below,
painted by skilful artisans. As the Blue Fluted Plain was the
the iconic Blue Fluted Plain, the Danish brand’s first ever service.
Royal Copenhagen’s first design, it is called Pattern No. 1,
Created in 1775 it is still hand-painted by skilful artisans shaping blue
and this number appears on every individual piece next to
flowers and foliage on the white porcelain
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