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Bornholm: the wonders of the craft island
Located in the Baltic Sea, Bornholm is as unique as it is famous for its arts and craft. People from around the world come to discover the beautiful scenery and talented craftspeople located on the island. Follow our nine recommendations to discover glassblowing, ceramics and woodturning here through the masterful hands of the artisans giving Bornholm its reputation.
1
Master Artisan
Eva Brandt
Ceramicist
Working with stoneware and porcelain, ceramicist Eva Brandt is inspired by the island and the nature surrounding her.
Larsegade 23,
3700 Rønne, Denmark Monday and Friday 11:00 - 15:00 More
3700 Rønne, Denmark Monday and Friday 11:00 - 15:00 More
2
Master Artisan
Christina Schou Christensen
Ceramicist
The ceramics by Christina are all about combining different shapes and textures, achieving a unique result every time.
Værftsvej 6,
3730 Nexø, Denmark By appointment only More
3730 Nexø, Denmark By appointment only More
3
Master Artisan
Rick Gerner & Johanne Jahncke
Ceramics
Glassblowers Gerner and Jahncke connect their love of glassblowing and ceramics with their interest in geology and soil.
Grønnegade 5,
3730 Nexø, Denmark By appointment only More
3730 Nexø, Denmark By appointment only More
4
Gallery
Køppe Contemporary Objects
The Køppe Contemporary Objects was founded in 2016. Between arts and craft, it is a showcase of various sculptural objects.
Nordvangen 2,
3730 Nexø, Denmark By appointment only More
3730 Nexø, Denmark By appointment only More
5
Master Artisan
Morten Klitgaard
Glassblower
Having started glassblowing at the age of 10, Morten Klitgaard is today a recognised craftsman all over Europe.
Egevej 3,
Svaneke, Denmark By appointment only More
Svaneke, Denmark By appointment only More
6
Master Artisan
Charlotte Thorup
Ceramicist
Charlotte Thorup trained as a ceramicist on Bornholm before opening her own workshop to create various ceramic pieces.
Vestergade 11,
3740 Svaneke, Denmark By appointment only More
3740 Svaneke, Denmark By appointment only More
7
Atelier
Baltic Sea Glass
Glassblowing
Baltic Sea Glass is all at once an atelier to meet craftspeople at work, a shop to acquire pieces and a gallery to discover.
Melstedvej 47,
3760 Gudhjem, Denmark Daily 10:00 - 17:00 More
3760 Gudhjem, Denmark Daily 10:00 - 17:00 More
8
Master Artisan
Hans Henning Pedersen
Woodturner
A native of the island, Hans Henning Pedersen was born on Bornholm in 1950 and opened his own carpentry workshop in 1972.
Grevens Dal 58,
3760 Gudhjem, Denmark By appointment only More
3760 Gudhjem, Denmark By appointment only More
9
Gallery
Grønbechs Gård
Grønbechs Gård gallery, located in the former merchant house that dates back to 1875, boasts an impressive collection of locally-made artifacts.
Grønbechs Gård 4,
3790 Hasle, Denmark Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 More
3790 Hasle, Denmark Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 More
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Master Artisan
Maja Frendrup
Ceramicist
Chairwoman for Bornholm’s Art and Crafts Association Maja Frendrup creates ceramic jars with local materials inspired by the island’s sea, forest and rock surfaces.
Strandgade 2, Sandvig,
3770 Allinge, Denmark Monday to Saturday 10:00 - 16:00 More
3770 Allinge, Denmark Monday to Saturday 10:00 - 16:00 More
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