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Triton

The Triton collection blurs the boundaries between fine dinnerware and an organic work of art. Originally crafted in 1976 by acclaimed Danish artist and goldsmith Arje Griegst, and reimagined in 2026, the porcelain masterstroke is one of Royal Copenhagen’s most visionary artist collaborations. Harnessing the poetry of waves and seashells with a surreal splendour, Triton speaks its own fluid language while dipping into Royal Copenhagen’s baroque heritage and fluted shapes.

The Colours

Taking cues from the Griegst archives, three new artisanal airbrushed colourways were created: Sand, an homage to Arje Griegst’s inspiration for Triton – a conch shell on a sandy seabed rippled by the current; a crystalline Ocean as Griegst’s avant-garde take on the iconic Royal Copenhagen cobalt blue colour; and a jade Celadon in a nod to Triton’s original sample editions. A translucent glaze seems to float on the porcelain, adding to Triton’s liquid sensuality, where functional forms dissolve into sculpture.

Sand

Ocean

Celadon

The Craft

Arje Griegst designed Triton with methods as unconventional as the design itself. Using beeswax casting techniques from his fine jewellery practice, he carved organic and vibrating lines which were translated into porcelain by Royal Copenhagen’s modelling workshop. Traditional methods were adapted to achieve Griegst’s exacting vision, and Triton remains one of Royal Copenhagen’s most technically complex pieces of craftsmanship to date. Reviving this craft half a century later has been made possible with the invaluable experience of Royal Copenhagen modeller Bo Jørgensen, who helped develop the original design as an apprentice in the 1970s.

A Collection in Five Pieces

Triton Dish, Celadon, 52 cm - €2.000

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Dish, Ocean, 52 cm - €2.000

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Dish, Sand, 52 cm - €2.000

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Tureen, Celadon, 300 cl - €2700

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Tureen, Ocean, 300 cl - €2700

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Tureen, Sand, 300 cl - €2700

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Deep Plate, Celadon, 20,5 cm - €269

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv.

Triton Deep Plate, Ocean, 20,5 cm - €269

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv.

Triton Deep Plate, Sand, 20,5 cm - €269

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv.

Triton Bonbonniere, Celadon, 26 cl - €800

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Bonbonniere, Ocean, 26 cl - €800

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Bonbonniere, Sand, 26 cl - €800

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv

Triton Plate, Celadon, 26 cm - €269

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv.

Triton Plate, Ocean, 26 cm - €269

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv.

Triton Plate, Sand, 26 cm - €269

Only available at our Flagship Store at Amagertorv.

The Full Triton Collection

The full Triton collection is available for purchase through Royal Copenhagen’s Flagship Store in Copenhagen.

Please contact the store for more information:
+45 33 13 71 81.

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Experience Triton at 3daysofdesign

Join Royal Copenhagen during 3daysofdesign as it unveils an exhibition of optical illusions and artisanal craftmanship, revealing the very special collaboration with Griegst. Experience the surreal magic of a porcelain artwork unlike any other.

June 10 - 12, 10.00 - 18.00
Amagertorv 6, 1160 Copenhagen