Royal Copenhagen Danish Navy Plate 1974 | Søværnet Marineforeningen Porcelain Dish

Archive Name

The Anchor Oath

Object Summary

A Royal Copenhagen commemorative porcelain plate produced for the Danish Navy Association and marked SØVERNET · JULEN · 1974. The central emblem — a crowned anchor wrapped in rope — represents the enduring identity of the Royal Danish Navy.

Originally issued as a Christmas commemorative piece for members of Marineforeningen, the plate now serves as a restrained vessel for contemporary feeding rituals.

Archive Description

The Royal Danish Navy Association (Marineforeningen) was founded in 1858 as a fellowship for naval veterans and maritime professionals. Its purpose was both practical and symbolic: to maintain camaraderie among sailors and preserve Denmark’s maritime heritage.

Over time the association became an important cultural institution connected to Denmark’s naval identity.

This porcelain plate, produced by Royal Copenhagen in 1974, was issued as part of a commemorative Christmas series celebrating the Danish Navy and its traditions.

At the center appears the naval emblem:

A crowned anchor entwined with rope — a symbol of maritime duty, loyalty, and national service.

Encircling the emblem:

SØVERNET · JULEN · 1974
MARINEFORENINGEN

The composition is framed by a hand-applied gold ring and surrounded by Royal Copenhagen’s distinctive fluted porcelain rim, a form derived from the historic Musselmalet tradition first introduced in 1775.

Although created as a commemorative object, the restrained design allows the plate to transition naturally into contemporary domestic rituals.

Suggested Use

Treat Vessel

The shallow plate format is ideal for serving pâté, small wet food portions, or curated treats.

Its wide open surface supports comfortable feline eating posture while minimizing whisker fatigue.

The naval emblem remains visible beneath the meal — a subtle reminder that routine acts of care can carry meaning beyond function.

Provenance

Royal Copenhagen
Denmark

Produced 1974

Commissioned for the Royal Danish Navy Association (Marineforeningen).

Acquired in Copenhagen.

Condition — Approved by Marx Grade

Archive

Very well preserved with minimal signs of age.

Gold ring intact and bright. No chips or structural damage observed. Transfer print remains crisp.

Objects of this grade represent pieces preserved with exceptional integrity.

Object Specifications

Maker: Royal Copenhagen
Origin: Denmark
Production year: 1974

Material: Glazed porcelain with hand-applied gold ring

Diameter: 12.5 cm
Height: approx. 2 cm

Weight: approx. 110–120 g

Decoration: Danish naval emblem commemorative transfer print

What Arrives

Each object is prepared for its next life with care.

Your vessel arrives wrapped in protective wool and paper within a rigid archival box.

Inside you will find:

• The object
• An Approved by Marx archive card
• Care guidance for continued use

Prepared and shipped from Copenhagen.