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A PASSION FOR BLUE SINCE 1775 THE ROYAL COPENHAGEN STORY OF GIFTS ANNUAL CATALOGUE 2016 WWW.ROYALCOPENHAGEN.COM A PASSION FOR BLUE SINCE 1775 THE ROYAL COPENHAGEN STORY OF GIFTS ANNUAL CATALOGUE 2016 WWW.ROYALCOPENHAGEN.COM THE ROYAL COPENHAGEN STORY OF GIFTS Royal Copenhagen has long been associated with the art of gifting. From the development of Flora Danica to the porcelain dinner service given by Lord Nelson to his great love, a gift of Royal Copenhagen is a gift of exceptional beauty and taste. Each piece of carefully hand-crafted porcelain in its artfully wrapped package tells a story of luxury and tradition. A story of great gifts. – 4 – – 5 – THE ROYAL COPENHAGEN STORY OF GIFTS Royal Copenhagen has long been associated with the art of gifting. From the development of Flora Danica to the porcelain dinner service given by Lord Nelson to his great love, a gift of Royal Copenhagen is a gift of exceptional beauty and taste. Each piece of carefully hand-crafted porcelain in its artfully wrapped package tells a story of luxury and tradition. A story of great gifts. – 4 – – 5 – A PASSION FOR GIFTS SINCE 1 775 Royal Copenhagen porcelain and the passion for gifts. The two have gone hand-in-hand since the company’s very beginning in 1775. The precious Flora Danica porcelain was originally designed in 1790 as a gift for Catharina the Great and remains the ultimate present to this very day. And after Lord Nelson’s hard-worn victory in Denmark in the Battle of Copenhagen, he bought a Royal Copenhagen dinnerware set for his beloved Lady Hamilton. It has always been a sign of good diplomatic practice, and good taste to give fine porcelain as gifts. Even today, important celebrations within the Danish Royal Family are marked by a personal gift from Royal Copenhagen. In Denmark, the home of Royal Copenhagen, our porcelain is a feature on wish lists for birthdays, weddings and other special occasions. Royal Copenhagen is and has always been about giving more than is expected. About giving a gift of great quality and craftsmanship that conveys feelings of love, friendship, gratitude, desire and affection. About giving something to be cherished. The Royal Copenhagen gift is an entire experience; the distinct wrapping alone embodies elegance, luxury and the anticipation of something quite lovely, to be enjoyed, treasured and then passed on to future generations. When you give a piece of beautifully wrapped Royal Copenhagen porcelain, you become part of our ongoing tale…where the act of giving is a wonderful gesture, a loving thought and a wish for happiness. WWW.ROYALCOPENHAGEN.COM – 6 – – 7 – A PASSION FOR GIFTS SINCE 1 775 Royal Copenhagen porcelain and the passion for gifts. The two have gone hand-in-hand since the company’s very beginning in 1775. The precious Flora Danica porcelain was originally designed in 1790 as a gift for Catharina the Great and remains the ultimate present to this very day. And after Lord Nelson’s hard-worn victory in Denmark in the Battle of Copenhagen, he bought a Royal Copenhagen dinnerware set for his beloved Lady Hamilton. It has always been a sign of good diplomatic practice, and good taste to give fine porcelain as gifts. Even today, important celebrations within the Danish Royal Family are marked by a personal gift from Royal Copenhagen. In Denmark, the home of Royal Copenhagen, our porcelain is a feature on wish lists for birthdays, weddings and other special occasions. Royal Copenhagen is and has always been about giving more than is expected. About giving a gift of great quality and craftsmanship that conveys feelings of love, friendship, gratitude, desire and affection. About giving something to be cherished. The Royal Copenhagen gift is an entire experience; the distinct wrapping alone embodies elegance, luxury and the anticipation of something quite lovely, to be enjoyed, treasured and then passed on to future generations. When you give a piece of beautifully wrapped Royal Copenhagen porcelain, you become part of our ongoing tale…where the act of giving is a wonderful gesture, a loving thought and a wish for happiness. WWW.ROYALCOPENHAGEN.COM – 6 – – 7 – In the 18th century, it was customary among kingdoms, between Denmark and Russia, Denmark had let Russia aristocrats and princes to present one another with fine down during the war between Sweden and Russia. To porcelain gifts, in the name of diplomacy. In 1801, in make amends, a significant diplomatic gift was thus celebration of his victory in the battle of Copenhagen, required from the Danish king. In 1796, the tsarina Lord Nelson showered his beloved Lady Hamilton with died before the service was completed. The Danish presents from the Royal Porcelain Factory. The Danes regent continued production of Flora Danica, and may have lost the battle but a love of Danish porcelain later expanded from 80 to 100 place settings. In 1802, was victorious. however, production was stopped and the whole set The original Flora Danica service, consisting of 1802 delivered to the Royal Palace, where it is still used pieces, was probably ordered as a gift for the Russian when celebrating special occasions; perhaps the most tsarina Catharine II. In spite of the defence alliance precious porcelain service in the world. Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store – 8 – – 9 – In the 18th century, it was customary among kingdoms, between Denmark and Russia, Denmark had let Russia aristocrats and princes to present one another with fine down during the war between Sweden and Russia. To porcelain gifts, in the name of diplomacy. In 1801, in make amends, a significant diplomatic gift was thus celebration of his victory in the battle of Copenhagen, required from the Danish king. In 1796, the tsarina Lord Nelson showered his beloved Lady Hamilton with died before the service was completed. The Danish presents from the Royal Porcelain Factory. The Danes regent continued production of Flora Danica, and may have lost the battle but a love of Danish porcelain later expanded from 80 to 100 place settings. In 1802, was victorious. however, production was stopped and the whole set The original Flora Danica service, consisting of 1802 delivered to the Royal Palace, where it is still used pieces, was probably ordered as a gift for the Russian when celebrating special occasions; perhaps the most tsarina Catharine II. In spite of the defence alliance precious porcelain service in the world. Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store – 8 – – 9 – Outside Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store – 10 – – 11 – Outside Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store – 10 – – 11 – The Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store in central people, it is not Christmas before they have visited Copenhagen is more than just a shop with beautiful Royal Copenhagen to browse and admire the shop’s porcelain. It is a living museum; a retrospective exhibi Christmas décor and table settings. tion that showcases Royal Copenhagen’s enduring The Danish Royal family continue their relationship respect for tradition while also illustrating how with Royal Copenhagen. In 2003 HRH Queen Margrethe the company has spearheaded Nordic design and was in charge of the Christmas table setting at the craftsmanship since its inception. Flagship store. Royal Copenhagen’s beautiful gift When it first opened, the shop on Amagertorv was wrapping also has royal connections. Inspired by frequented by men; it was the master of the household origami paper art from Asia, the late Queen Ingrid who purchased the family porcelain as he was the one suggested gift wrapping that would unfold like a who earned money and controlled the housekeeping flower when opened. Wrapping the boxes in royal finances. Later, the lady of the house would be the blue paper and decorative ribbon, requires skill and one to visit the shop, in the company of her peers. dexterity and creates a piece of art itself. Giving a Christmas was an especially busy time, when presents gift of this beautifullywrapped Royal Copenhagen would be ordered, beautifully wrapped and delivered is an unique experience; like giving a little piece of to Copenhagen households. Even today, for many Copenhagen, to be kept forever. Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store Amagertorv – 12 – – 13 – The Royal Copenhagen Flagship Store in central people, it is not Christmas before they have visited Copenhagen is more than just a shop with beautiful Royal Copenhagen to browse and admire the shop’s porcelain. It is a living museum; a retrospective exhibi Christmas décor and table settings. tion that showcases Royal Copenhagen’s enduring The Danish Royal family continue their relationship respect for tradition while also illustrating how with Royal Copenhagen. In 2003 HRH Queen Margrethe the company has spearheaded Nordic design and was in charge of the Christmas table setting at the craftsmanship since its inception. Flagship store. Royal Copenhagen’s beautiful gift When it first opened, the shop on Amagertorv was wrapping also has royal connections. Inspired by frequented by men; it was the master of the household origami paper art from Asia, the late Queen Ingrid who purchased the family porcelain as he was the one suggested gift wrapping that would unfold like a who earned money and controlled the housekeeping flower when opened. Wrapping the boxes in royal finances. Later, the lady of the house would be the blue paper and decorative ribbon, requires skill and one to visit the shop, in the company of her peers. dexterity and creates a piece of art itself. Giving a Christmas was an especially busy time, when presents gift of this beautifullywrapped Royal Copenhagen would be ordered, beautifully wrapped and delivered is an unique experience; like giving a little piece of to Copenhagen households. Even today, for many Copenhagen, to be kept forever.