Aage Würtz Keramik
In central Horsens, two of Denmark's most skilled and renowned potters, Gitte and Aage Würtz, have their shop and workshop. Here, you can purchase unique Danish ceramics of international caliber or participate in pottery wheel courses, where you will receive personalized instruction.
Local artisan with sales from their own shop
The surname Würtz is likely familiar to many ceramic enthusiasts. Aage Würtz comes from a family of talented potters and has extensive experience in production and teaching that dates back to the 1970s. Together with the equally skilled Gitte Einshøj Würtz, he runs a shop and workshop in Graven, a side street off the central shopping street Søndergade in Horsens. In the shop, you can admire the beautiful ceramics, chat with the artists, and purchase unique art and functional art for your home. All of Würtz's ceramics are one-of-a-kind creations made entirely by hand using traditional pottery techniques. The collection includes functional art such as teapots, cups, vases, and bowls featuring stunning glazes and a beautiful interplay of colours.
The shop is open from Tuesday to Saturday every week.
Aage Würtz – Danish design of international caliber
Aage Würtz's passion for ceramics began in the 1970s when he started as an apprentice. He trained under his sister, Marie Würtz, who now owns the shop/workshop Pottemageren in Juelsminde. In the 1980s, he started his own business, but he was affected by a growing trend where people no longer wanted unique pottery, preferring instead white, uniform porcelain. Consequently, Aage Würtz chose to take a break from ceramics. However, in the 1990s, the tides changed, and he decided to establish the company KH Würtz together with his son, Kasper Würtz. The company gained considerable popularity and developed the tableware that has become a signature for Restaurant Noma. Today, Kasper owns KH Würtz, while Aage Würtz sells his own collections, available at select art dealers and in the shop in Graven, where the art is also created.
Learn to wheel-throw ceramics with Würtz
Gitte and Aage Würtz offer pottery wheel courses with individualized instruction from their workshop in Graven.
The courses are two-day sessions lasting six hours each day, with a maximum of three participants at a time. This structure ensures maximum learning for each participant, who can look forward to personalized instruction and support throughout the course.
There is an option for individual course customization if there are specific content requests.
Keep an eye on Aage Würtz Keramik's website, where upcoming course dates will be announced. You are welcome to contact Aage Würtz by phone or email to arrange a date for your course. The price for participation is 3,500 DKK per person, including materials.
New creations are also regularly shared on Instagram. Please feel free to contact Aage Würtz if you are interested in purchasing a product that would perfectly complement your home.
Historic hotel or captivating B&B?
Do you need a place to stay in Horsens during your course? There are many options, ranging from hostels to historical manors and palaces. On this page, you can find the perfect accommodation near Horsens.
Part of the Kystlandet Art Map
Aage Würtz is one of many interesting local artists who open the door to exciting art experiences. On this page, you can download the map and find inspiration for galleries, artisans, and workshops in the area.