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Royal Copenhagen Contrast Mug

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Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen

Designer: Hans Christian Gjedde

Location: Denmark

Design Year: 2007

Color: Anthracite, Emerald, Aquamarine, Pearl, Cobalt

Size: 3.38"d x 3.88"h

Material: Handmade porcelain wrapped in silicone

The Product
Tradition meets technology when Royal Copenhagen’s signature fluted porcelain gets a colorful coating of heat-resistant silicone. The whole package is microwaveable, meaning that the silicone cuff will protect your hands no matter how hot things get. Available in five colors, you’re bound to find something to match your kitchen, or get one of each and claim your color. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

The Designer
With the Contrast collection for Royal Copenhagen, designer Hans Christian Gjedde has returned to his design roots. Once an apprentice for the silversmiths at Georg Jensen (once a Royal Copenhagen company), Gjedde spent the next 16 years honing his skills as a designer. Working mostly as a jewelry designer and goldsmith, Gjedde’s porcelain collection Contrast is an exciting departure for both designer and the traditional porcelain company.

The Manufacturer
Royal Copenhagen began porcelain production in 1775, four years before the royal family assumed control. The company produced porcelain typical of the region until 1882, when ownership left royal hands and Arnold Krog was hired as art director. It was under the direction of Krog that the Royal Copenhagen name truly made its mark.

In addition to revolutionizing the underglazing techniques that allowed the company to increase quality and production, Krog also brought a regionalism to their designs by introducing motifs inspired by the Danish landscape. Krog also encouraged designers to look outside of Denmark for inspiration, resulting in a Japanese influence seen in some of their wares.

Today, many of the Royal Copenhagen production techniques are still low-tech, relying on trained craftsmen to form, assemble and paint their porcelain pieces. Royal Copenhagen continues to produce traditional designs that appeal to contemporary audiences, as well as employ young designers to add to their eclectic catalog.

Part Number	RYmug
Model Number	2216
Regular Price Each	$50.00
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