A winter flower in porcelain
The Christmas Rose set from Bing & Groendahl is a classic set that many choose for both dinner and coffee – especially in the winter months.
The Christmas Rose set is known for its simple motif with the Christmas rose, which blooms in the middle of winter. This gives the set a natural connection to Christmas and makes it an obvious choice as Christmas tableware.
The set is an underglaze set, where the decoration is fired into the porcelain. This makes it durable and suitable for everyday use – also in the dishwasher. Christmas Rose is made in two versions - one in the classic blue color and one in muted light colors.
History of the Christmas Rose set
The Christmas Rose set from Bing & Groendahl was introduced in 1936. However, the decoration itself is older and was already used around 1924 on, among other things, punch bowls with matching mugs.
In 1936, it was decided by Bing & Groendahl's director, F. A. Hallin, to base a complete porcelain set on the decoration. This way, Christmas Rose went from individual pieces to a complete set for both dining and coffee.
The production is based on the same principle as Bing & Groendahl's Christmas plates, where the decoration is fired into the glaze and becomes part of the porcelain.
Today, the Christmas Rose set is no longer produced and can therefore only be purchased used.
What does a Bing & Groendahl Christmas Rose set consist of?
The Bing & Groendahl Christmas Rose set is produced as a complete set with many different parts.
The Christmas Rose dining set consists of, among other things:
- herring plates
- lunch plates
- dinner plates
- deep plates
- dessert plates
- bowls and potato bowls
- sauce bowls
- oval platters and covered platters
- side plates
- egg cups
- salt and pepper shakers
The Christmas Rose coffee set consists of, among other things:
- demitasse cups, coffee cups, and teacups
- cake plates
- coffee pots and teapots
- sugar bowls and creamers
- chocolate pots
- coffee trays and cake plates
- smaller platters
- ashtrays
- candlesticks and vases
Many parts have been produced over time, making it possible to supplement or collect the set.
The set comes in two color variants.
Bing & Groendahl Christmas Rose vase in blue
Bing & Groendahl Christmas Rose vase in light colors
A set for use
The Christmas Rose set is an underglaze set. This means that the decoration is painted on the porcelain before the glaze is applied and fired.
The advantage of this technique is that the decoration becomes part of the porcelain and does not lie on top. This makes the set more resistant to use.
Therefore, Bing & Groendahl Christmas Rose set is both a decorative and practical set that can be used every day.
Why many choose Christmas Rose set from Bing & Groendahl
The Christmas Rose set has a simple and calm expression compared to many other sets from Bing & Groendahl. This is exactly what makes it easy to use in practice – both alone and together with other sets.
Although Bing & Groendahl Christmas Rose set is often associated with Christmas and winter, it is not a set that is only used for a short period. It can be used all year round because the decoration is muted and does not rely on classic Christmas motifs.
This makes the Christmas Rose set work just as well for an ordinary table setting as for holidays. Many choose it precisely because it is a porcelain set that can be a permanent part of the table – both for everyday use and when setting the table for guests.
Facts about Bing & Groendahl Christmas Rose set
Who produced the Christmas Rose set?
- The Christmas Rose set was produced by Bing & Groendahl.
When was the Christmas Rose set made?
- The set was introduced in 1936, while the decoration dates from around 1924, when it was among other things used on punch bowls with matching mugs.
Is the Christmas Rose set still produced?
- No, the Christmas Rose set is no longer produced and can therefore only be bought used.
What type of set is the Christmas Rose set?
- It is an underglaze set, where the decoration is fired into the porcelain, making it suitable for everyday use.
Can the Christmas Rose set go in the dishwasher?
- Yes, the Christmas Rose set can withstand the dishwasher, as the decoration is fired into the glaze.
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