Købenstyle Enamel Coffee Pot & Pitcher– Dansk Designs – Jens H. Quistgaard – 1957
Since we were talking about designs by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs yesterday I thought it might be a good idea to also discuss the wonderful Købenstyle Emamel Cookware made beginning in the mid-1950’s.
As with the teak, Quistguaard brings a sculptural quality these utilitarian pieces. Made of enameled steel and brightly colored this cookware has dramatic lines and detailing, like the wrapped handles, which once again demonstrate Dansk’s ability to blend art with usefulness.
While Dansk is considered by many to be a Danish company, it’s roots were in the United States. The company was a partnership between American Ted Nierenberg and Jens Quistgaard and was founded in 1954.
Dansk’s products were made primarily by European companies. The Købenstyle line began in 1957 being made by a Danish company, Glud & Marstrand, with the line being moved to a French firm by the mid-1960’s. Early pieces by the Danish maker are the most sought by collectors and can be identified by the makers mark featuring four ducks on the bottom.
In addition to the range-top coffee maker and pitcher shown here this line also included pots and pans.
These pieces would make a great Holiday gift for the gourmet chef in you life and range from $45 – $75 with the large, lidded pots being a bit higher. Look for pieces with minimal enamel loss or discoloration although deals can be had if you don’t mind the “well used” look.
