Royal Copenhagen faience bowl 870-2883, Niels Thorsson

This Royal Copenhagen faience bowl is a beautiful example of Niels Thorsson's characteristic formal language, where the artistic expression is allowed to fill the entire surface. The square bowl has a warm, handmade feel and a lively decorative motif that creates a fine balance between the organic and the graphic. The colors in brown, beige and deep blue give an authentic vintage expression, which is both decorative and typical of Danish ceramics of high quality.

Niels Thorsson is one of the central figures in Royal Copenhagen's ceramic history, and his works are today sought after among collectors of faience, stoneware and Danish design. This very bowl shows why: It combines solid craftsmanship, artistic ornamentation and an expression that still feels modern. The detailed pattern in the bowl's base and along the edge makes it a small work of art in itself, whether it stands alone or is part of a collection.

The bowl is ideal as a decorative bowl in the home, where it can be used on the coffee table, in the bookshelf or on a sideboard as an atmospheric eye-catcher. It can also be used for small serving or as an elegant place for keys, jewelry and other small items. For the collector-minded, it is an exciting piece of Royal Copenhagen faience with a clear identity and great visual charm, and as a gift it is ideal for someone who appreciates Danish ceramics, retro design and original craft objects.

Product information:
Brand: Royal Copenhagen
Artist: Niels Thorsson
Model number: 870-2883
Material/type: Faience bowl