Bergs Potter Large Københavner Terracotta Pot

Large Københavner Terracotta Pot brings the scalloped relief border and classic tapered silhouette of the Københavner to a floor-level scale. The form is the same recognisable shape as the standard pot, wider at the top and narrowing toward the base, with the decorative clay border sitting just below the rim. At this size the pot becomes a room-defining object as much as a planter. The unglazed terracotta surface develops patina naturally over time. Available in two sizes: 50 cm and 70 cm in diameter. At this scale, the pot is best suited for:

• Large alocasias, elephant ears, and wide-canopied tropicals that need significant root volume and benefit from the breathability of raw terracotta at a scale that matches their spread
• Lemon trees, olive trees, and other Mediterranean fruiting plants moved indoors seasonally, where the wide base and classic form suit a hallway, conservatory, or sunlit corner
• Paired placements flanking a doorway or window, where the Københavner's recognisable scalloped detail adds a considered, architectural quality to the space
• The saucer is included and sized to support the weight of a fully planted pot at this scale. Pot feet are recommended for outdoor use to allow drainage and protect the base.

The Københavner collection is one of the earliest and most recognised designs in the range, inspired by pottery made for the Royal Danish Palace of Fredensborg in 1860. Steffen Berg reinterpreted that original form after discovering antique clay pots at a former nursery, and it has been handcrafted in small family workshops in Italy ever since. The range spans terracotta and glazed editions across multiple sizes, including tall rose pots and low bowls.

From the Crafters:

The Københavner Pot has royal heritage and is one of the first pots designed by Bergs Potter. This noble pot is inspired by pottery made for the Royal Danish Palace of Fredensborg in 1860.

Years ago, Steffen Berg stumbled upon beautiful old clay pots at a former nursery and created the Københavner Pot, his very own interpretation of the pottery with royal origins. Today, the Københavner Pot is one of our most popular designs, and our potters still make it by hand in small family-owned workshops, keeping the old traditions alive. The legacy of the Københavner Pot adds an element of regal elegance even when paired with the humblest plant.

The Københavner Pot range includes numerous sizes in Rosa and Nordic Grey terracotta, including three tall Rose pots designed to accommodate the rose plant’s deep roots and need for growing space. It is also available in three sizes of a roomy low pot, which is great for experimenting with succulents, herbs, and bulbs in creative displays. The Københavner Pot is also available in a hand-glazed edition, which comes in a variety of different shades — all inspired by the colours of classic Copenhagen.