Top 10: Danish design objects

By Penny Craswell

On a recent visit to Denmark, I was totally overwhelmed by the quality and quantity of beautiful Danish design objects. Probably my favourite store was Illums Bolighus, which is conveniently located next door to Georg Jensen and Royal Copenhagen in Copenhagen’s main square (opposite the excellent Cafe Norden).

From ceramics to glass, metalwork to leather, I have included my favourite Danish design pieces and brands in a handy list for those travelling to Denmark or just wanting some design inspiration.

Hammershøi vase by Hans-Christian Bauer for Kähler, Finnish Design Shop

Kähler first started creating ceramics in Denmark in 1889. The Hammershøi series, designed by Norwegian designer Hans-Christian Bauer, is a modern interpretation of the classic ceramic vases that Dane Svend Hammershøi created for Kähler in the early 19th century. The new version features the same distinctive vertical ribs.

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