Sugar bowls as part of the table setting – get an overview of the possibilities

Make the coffee table inviting with the right sugar bowl
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Sugar bowls are both practical and decorative. In this article, you’ll get an overview of different types, materials and designs, so you can find the sugar bowl that best suits your kitchen and table setting.
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Sugar bowls as part of the table setting – get an overview of the possibilities

Make the coffee table inviting with the right sugar bowl
Gear
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7 min
Sugar bowls are both practical and decorative. In this article, you’ll get an overview of different types, materials and designs, so you can find the sugar bowl that best suits your kitchen and table setting.
Owen Green
Owen
Green

A sugar bowl may be a small detail, but it can make a big difference to the overall impression of the table setting. Whether you are setting the table for everyday use or for a party, a well-chosen sugar bowl can contribute to a harmonious and stylish expression. There are many different types – from classic porcelain bowls to modern glass and steel versions – and the choice depends both on your personal style and the rest of the tableware you use.

In this article, you will get an overview of different types of sugar bowls, their materials and designs, so that you can find the variant that best suits your kitchen and table setting.

The article presents a selection of sugar bowls in different materials, shapes and price ranges. The purpose is to provide a broad insight into the options available on the market, so that you can more easily assess which type matches your style and needs. The information about the products is based on publicly available descriptions from manufacturers and retailers and is summarised to provide a neutral and informative overview.

1
Traditional Christmas elegance
Royal Copenhagen Star Fluted Christmas sugar bowl - 15 cl
A small bone china sugar bowl from Royal Copenhagen's Star Fluted Christmas series, designed with traditional Christmas motifs and a capacity of 15 cl.
Why it was chosen: The product has been selected as an example of Royal Copenhagen's classic Christmas porcelain, which combines craftsmanship, tradition and decorative design. It represents a typical part of the Star Fluted Christmas series, which is often used in comparisons of porcelain for Christmas table settings.

The Royal Copenhagen Star Fluted Christmas sugar bowl of 15 cl is part of the traditional Christmas collection, characterised by its white fluted porcelain and hand-painted decorations with Christmas motifs. The series is based on the classic fluted tableware, but adds a warm and festive atmosphere through details such as ribbons and decorations in red and golden tones.

The bowl is made of bone china, which gives a fine shine and high durability. Its compact size makes it suitable for serving sugar or small sweet accompaniments on the coffee table during Christmas.

The design follows Royal Copenhagen's aesthetic, where tradition and craftsmanship go hand in hand. The sugar bowl can be combined with other parts of the Star Fluted Christmas series for a complete expression on the Christmas table.

  • Classic Christmas design: Part of Royal Copenhagen's Star Fluted Christmas series with hand-painted details.
  • Bone china material: Provides an elegant shine and high durability.
  • Compact size: 15 cl capacity, ideal for sugar or small servings.
  • Traditional design language: Based on the iconic fluted tableware from Royal Copenhagen.

Pros and cons

  • Elegant and timeless design that suits the Christmas table setting
  • Made of durable bone china
  • Can be combined with other parts of the Star Fluted Christmas series
  • The small capacity of 15 cl may be limiting for larger gatherings
  • As porcelain, it requires careful handling to avoid chipping

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Elegant and timeless design that suits the Christmas table setting
  • Made of durable bone china
  • Can be combined with other parts of the Star Fluted Christmas series

Cons

  • The small capacity of 15 cl may be limiting for larger gatherings
  • As porcelain, it requires careful handling to avoid chipping

Pros

  • Elegant and timeless design that suits the Christmas table setting
  • Made of durable bone china
  • Can be combined with other parts of the Star Fluted Christmas series

Cons

  • The small capacity of 15 cl may be limiting for larger gatherings
  • As porcelain, it requires careful handling to avoid chipping
Pros: The product has an elegant and timeless design that fits perfectly with the Christmas table setting, is made of durable bone china and can easily be combined with other parts of the Star Fluted Christmas series.
Cons: The small capacity of 15 cl may be limiting for larger gatherings, and as porcelain it requires careful handling to avoid chipping.
Pros: The product has an elegant and timeless design that fits perfectly with the Christmas table setting, is made of durable bone china and can easily be combined with other parts of the Star Fluted Christmas series.
Cons: The small capacity of 15 cl may be limiting for larger gatherings, and as porcelain it requires careful handling to avoid chipping.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
  • Series: Star Fluted Christmas
  • Product type: Sugar bowl
  • Capacity: 15 cl
  • Material: Bone china
  • Item number: 1021103
  • EAN: 5705140729624
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Timeless Scandinavian elegance
Georg Jensen Bernadotte sugar bowl with spoon
A sugar bowl in polished stainless steel with matching spoon, designed in the characteristic Bernadotte style with vertical grooves inspired by Art Deco.
Why it was chosen: The product has been selected as an example of timeless Scandinavian design where functionality and aesthetics are combined. The Bernadotte series represents a classic approach to table setting with a focus on quality and design.

The Georg Jensen Bernadotte sugar bowl with spoon is part of the iconic Bernadotte collection, originally designed by the Swedish prince and designer Sigvard Bernadotte in 1938. The series is known for its characteristic vertical grooves that reflect inspiration from the Art Deco style.

The sugar bowl is made of polished stainless steel, giving it an elegant and durable expression that suits both modern and classic table settings. The accompanying spoon is made of the same material and completes the whole.

The design combines functionality and aesthetics, so the bowl can be used both practically for serving sugar and as a decorative element on the table.

  • Material: Made of polished stainless steel for a durable and elegant expression.
  • Design: Vertical grooves inspired by the Art Deco style of the 1930s.
  • Included spoon: Comes with a matching sugar spoon in the same material.
  • Series: Part of Georg Jensen's Bernadotte collection designed by Sigvard Bernadotte.
  • Compact size: Height 5.2 cm and diameter 7.9 cm – ideal for serving at the table.

Pros and cons

  • Timeless design that suits many table settings
  • Made of durable stainless steel
  • Comes with matching spoon
  • Compact and practical size
  • The metal surface may require polishing to maintain its shine
  • Holds a smaller amount of sugar compared to larger bowls

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Timeless design that suits many table settings
  • Made of durable stainless steel
  • Comes with matching spoon
  • Compact and practical size

Cons

  • The metal surface may require polishing to maintain its shine
  • Holds a smaller amount of sugar compared to larger bowls

Pros

  • Timeless design that suits many table settings
  • Made of durable stainless steel
  • Comes with matching spoon
  • Compact and practical size

Cons

  • The metal surface may require polishing to maintain its shine
  • Holds a smaller amount of sugar compared to larger bowls
Pros: The sugar bowl has a timeless design that suits many table settings, is made of durable stainless steel, comes with a matching spoon, and has a compact and practical size.
Cons: The metal surface may require polishing to maintain its shine, and the bowl holds a smaller amount of sugar compared to larger models.
Pros: The sugar bowl has a timeless design that suits many table settings, is made of durable stainless steel, comes with a matching spoon, and has a compact and practical size.
Cons: The metal surface may require polishing to maintain its shine, and the bowl holds a smaller amount of sugar compared to larger models.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Georg Jensen
  • Series: Bernadotte
  • Designer: Sigvard Bernadotte
  • Material: Polished stainless steel
  • Height: 5.2 cm
  • Diameter: 7.9 cm
  • Item number: 90000426
  • EAN: 5713275065937
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Elegant French porcelain
Pillivuyt Plissé sugar bowl 9 cm
A small white porcelain sugar bowl from Pillivuyt's Plissé series, characterised by its simple and elegant expression with pleated lines.
Why it was chosen: The Pillivuyt Plissé sugar bowl 9 cm was chosen as an example of classic, functional porcelain with a timeless design that fits into many types of table settings. It represents a combination of aesthetics and practical usability in everyday life.

The Pillivuyt Plissé sugar bowl of 9 cm is made of white porcelain and has a simple, classic design language. The bowl is part of the well-known Plissé series, which is inspired by Pillivuyt's early moulds from the beginning of the 20th century.

The characteristic pleated lines give the bowl an elegant and timeless expression, making it suitable both as a sugar bowl and for serving small portions or accompaniments.

The porcelain is known for its durability and resistance to temperature differences, making the bowl practical for daily use while maintaining its aesthetic expression.

  • Elegant design: The pleated lines give a classic and refined expression.
  • Versatile use: Can be used as a sugar bowl or for small servings.
  • Durable porcelain: Made of robust, white porcelain from Pillivuyt.
  • Timeless series: Part of the iconic Plissé collection inspired by early moulds.

Pros and cons

  • Classic and timeless design that matches many tableware sets
  • Made of durable porcelain
  • Suitable for both daily use and serving
  • Compact size, ideal for sugar or small portions
  • The small size limits use to smaller servings
  • Porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Classic and timeless design that matches many tableware sets
  • Made of durable porcelain
  • Suitable for both daily use and serving
  • Compact size, ideal for sugar or small portions

Cons

  • The small size limits use to smaller servings
  • Porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping

Pros

  • Classic and timeless design that matches many tableware sets
  • Made of durable porcelain
  • Suitable for both daily use and serving
  • Compact size, ideal for sugar or small portions

Cons

  • The small size limits use to smaller servings
  • Porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping
Pros: The design is classic and timeless, matches many tableware sets, is made of durable porcelain, suitable for both daily use and serving, and compact in size, making it ideal for sugar or small portions.
Cons: The small size limits use to smaller servings, and the porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping.
Pros: The design is classic and timeless, matches many tableware sets, is made of durable porcelain, suitable for both daily use and serving, and compact in size, making it ideal for sugar or small portions.
Cons: The small size limits use to smaller servings, and the porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping.

Specifications

  • Series: Plissé
  • Manufacturer: Pillivuyt
  • Diameter: 9 cm
  • Volume: 18 cl
  • Colour: White
  • Material: Porcelain
  • Item number: 514209
  • EAN: 3050910236201
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Timeless porcelain classic
Royal Copenhagen Princess sugar bowl with lid - 20 cl
A porcelain sugar bowl with lid from Royal Copenhagen in the Princess series, designed by Arnold Krog and executed in a hand-glazed and hand-painted style.
Why it was chosen: This sugar bowl has been selected as an example of classic Danish porcelain art from Royal Copenhagen. It represents craftsmanship, tradition and functionality in a timeless design that suits both everyday use and festive occasions.

The Royal Copenhagen Princess sugar bowl with lid is part of the well-known Princess series, which combines classic porcelain art with an elegant and timeless expression. The bowl is made of porcelain and has a volume of 20 cl, making it suitable for serving sugar at the coffee table or as a decorative part of the tableware.

The design is created by Arnold Krog and is characterised by the hand-painted details and the distinctive blue rim, which is typical of Royal Copenhagen porcelain. The hand-glazed surface gives an exclusive look and emphasises the traditional craftsmanship for which the series is known.

The set consists of both bowl and lid, which together form a harmonious whole in the classic Princess design. It can be combined with other parts of the series for a complete table setting.

  • Design by Arnold Krog: Classic design with hand-painted details.
  • Material: Made of porcelain with a hand-glazed surface.
  • Capacity: 20 cl – ideal size for sugar or small servings.
  • Part of the Princess series: Matches other pieces in Royal Copenhagen’s collection.
  • Timeless expression: Combines traditional craftsmanship with elegant design.

Pros and cons

  • Hand-painted and hand-glazed porcelain of high quality
  • Classic design that matches many tableware sets
  • With lid for practical storage
  • Suitable for both daily use and special occasions
  • Porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping
  • The 20 cl capacity may be limited for larger gatherings

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Hand-painted and hand-glazed porcelain of high quality
  • Classic design that matches many tableware sets
  • With lid for practical storage
  • Suitable for both daily use and special occasions

Cons

  • Porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping
  • The 20 cl capacity may be limited for larger gatherings

Pros

  • Hand-painted and hand-glazed porcelain of high quality
  • Classic design that matches many tableware sets
  • With lid for practical storage
  • Suitable for both daily use and special occasions

Cons

  • Porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping
  • The 20 cl capacity may be limited for larger gatherings
Pros: The porcelain is hand-painted and hand-glazed in high quality with a classic design that matches many tableware sets, has a practical lid for storage, and is suitable for both daily use and special occasions.
Cons: The porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping, and the 20 cl capacity may be limited for larger gatherings.
Pros: The porcelain is hand-painted and hand-glazed in high quality with a classic design that matches many tableware sets, has a practical lid for storage, and is suitable for both daily use and special occasions.
Cons: The porcelain requires careful handling to avoid chipping, and the 20 cl capacity may be limited for larger gatherings.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen
  • Series: Princess
  • Designer: Arnold Krog
  • Material: Porcelain
  • Colour: White with blue decoration
  • Capacity: 20 cl
  • Item number: 1017252
  • EAN: 5705140161332
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