Caja Company – When Lemons Become Ceramics
Caja Company is a Danish design brand that has made the lemon its trademark. Their hand-painted ceramics featuring citrus motifs have won over thousands of Danish households, and it’s not hard to see why. There’s something instantly joyful about a pitcher shaped like a lemon or a plate with hand-painted citrus branches. It evokes southern European summer days, even in the middle of a gray Danish November.
At Dims Studio, we carry a wide selection of Caja Company, and it’s one of the brands our customers keep coming back to.
Who is Caja Company?
Caja Company was founded by Danish designer Caja Tønder, who drew inspiration from the Italian ceramic tradition. The products are designed in Denmark but produced in Italy by local artisans. Each piece is hand-painted, which means that no two plates or cups are exactly alike. The colors are warm and rich—the yellow lemon, the green leaves, the orange—all painted with a loose, artistic hand that brings the ceramics to life.
The Lemon Series from Caja Company
The Lemon Series is the core of Caja Company’s collection and the series for which most people know the brand. It includes:
- Cups: Hand-painted coffee cups and teacups with lemon motifs. They make morning coffee a better experience.
- Plates: Flat plates and deep plates with lemon branches and leaves. Beautiful for everyday use and for guests.
- Pitchers: Pitchers shaped like lemons or decorated with citrus motifs. See also our pitchers from Caja Company.
- Vases: Lemon-shaped vases that serve as decoration with or without flowers.
- Bowls: Serving bowls and breakfast bowls in a lemon design.
The entire lemon series is coordinated so you can mix and match freely while still creating a cohesive table setting.
Orange plates and other citrus fruits
In addition to the lemon, Caja Company has expanded the palette to include oranges and other citrus fruits. The orange plates feature the same hand-painted quality as the lemon series, but with a warmer, more orange color palette. The two series can be combined to create a colorful, Mediterranean-inspired table setting.
See also our platters from Caja Company, which are perfect for serving and as decorative elements.
Citrus squeezers from Caja Company
Caja Company’s citrus squeezers are a great example of how the brand combines function and aesthetics. The citrus squeezer is made of ceramic, hand-painted with citrus motifs, and is fully functional. Use it to squeeze lemons right at the table, and then display it as part of your kitchen decor. It’s one of those items often given as a gift because it’s beautiful, practical, and a little different.
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hooksfrom Caja Company
Caja Company’s coat hooks are shaped like lemons and other fruits, and they’re a lovely way to bring the citrus style into the entryway, bathroom, or kitchen. The hooks are made of ceramic with the same hand-painted finish as the rest of the collection. They can be used Individually or in groups—three lemon hooks arranged in a small cluster on the wall create a playful look.
What is Caja Company made of?
Caja Company’s products are made of Italian ceramic, also known as majolica or faience. This is a type of ceramic that is fired at high temperatures and then glazed and hand-painted. The result is a durable product with vibrant colors that stand the test of time. The ceramic has a slightly uneven, artisanal surface that emphasizes that it is made by hand and not by machines.
It is generally recommended to hand-wash Caja Company products to best preserve the hand-painted decoration.
Hanging Decor and Wall Ornaments
In addition to hooks, Caja Company also makes hanging decor and wall ornaments in ceramic. These can be lemon-shaped decorations hung on the wall or other fruit motifs that add color and character to the wall. It’s a simple way to refresh a room without repainting or buying new furniture.
Frequently Asked Questions About Caja Company
Is Caja Company dishwasher-safe?
Since the products are hand-painted, it is recommended to wash them by hand. Over time, the dishwasher can wear down the painted decoration.
Where is Caja Company produced?
The design is Danish, and production takes place in Italy at experienced ceramic workshops. The Italian ceramic tradition is among the world’s oldest and most respected.
Can you combine lemon and orange?
Absolutely. The two series are designed to be mixed and matched. A table setting featuring both lemons and oranges creates a vibrant, generous atmosphere.
Where can you buy Caja Company?
You’ll find the entire Caja Company collection at Dims Studio, from plates and pitchers to hooks and citrus squeezers.
