Orrefors

The Swedish design philosophy of “beautiful things for everyday life” is actualized in the vintage glassware of Orrefors. Founded in 1898, this glass manufacturer was one of the leading companies in the Scandinavian modernism movement and is revered by collectors for the fine craftsmanship and innovation of its superlative art glass.

Orrefors began making art glass — works that, distinct from mass-production pieces, are made in small numbers to showcase the skills and talents of artists and artisans — in 1913. Two of the first artists hired by the firm were Simon Gate and Edward Hald, who worked initially in the organic Art Nouveau style, and later proved adept with the geometric imagery of the Art Deco period.

Hald and Gate worked closely with glassblowers to refine traditional glassmaking methods, creating new materials such as "graal" glass. In the graal technique a design made with colored glass is encased in layers of transparent glass, preserving the image while the overall glass form is worked and shaped. Orrefors won an international following when it presented such pieces in Paris in 1925 at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes — the design fair whose name gave rise to the term Art Deco.

In the years following that success, Orrefors attracted more dynamic and experimental artists such as Vicke Lindstrand and Edvin Ohrström, who joined the company in the 1930s. Lindstrand and Ohstrom worked with glassblowers to create the "ariel" glass technique, an innovation that produces deeper, richer imagery that seems to morph and flow as light is refracted by the glass.

As you will see from the items offered on 1stDibs, there is a special aesthetic quality to vintage Orrefors glass. Whether a vase or a set of wine goblets, the work of this premier Swedish company represents the apex of functional artistry.

Average Sold Price

$2,283

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Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Swedish Mid-Century Textured Glass Floor Lamp, 1960s

$1,928

H 35.44 in Dm 5.91 in

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Swedish Mid-Century Textured Glass Floor Lamp, 1960s

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Stockholm, SE

Exceptional Swedish mid-century floor lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1960s. The sculptural column is composed of multiple vertically stacked sections of clear an...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors

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Art Glass

Huge Carl Fagerlund Vintage Pair of Glass Wall Sconces, Orrefors in Sweden, 1960

$2,160 / set

H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 5.52 in

Huge Carl Fagerlund Vintage Pair of Glass Wall Sconces, Orrefors in Sweden, 1960

By Lyfa, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

A pair of huge wall sconces by the Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund. They are manufactured by the Danish Lamp Company Lyfa and by Swedish Orrefors in the 1960s. The sconces are made ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors

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Brass

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Brass and Textured Glass Chandelier 1960s

$10,800

H 21.66 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Brass and Textured Glass Chandelier 1960s

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, chandelier, brass and glass, Sweden, 1960s. An elegant chandelier featuring a wide bowl composed of beautifully textured glass elements, arranged in a r...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors

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Brass

Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s

$3,800

H 23 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in

Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in High Point, NC

A brass, metal and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and us...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors

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Brass, Metal

Exceptionally Large-Scaled Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass Chandelier

$54,000

H 42.92 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Exceptionally Large-Scaled Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass Chandelier

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, very large chandelier, glass, brass, Sweden, 1950s/1960s A majestic Swedish Mid-Century chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors. ...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors

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Brass

Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

$3,200

H 11.5 in W 14 in D 14 in

Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Pat...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors

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Brass

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Chandelier/Sconces Replacement Ice Glass Lamp Shades

$114 / item

H 9.45 in W 4.89 in D 1.78 in

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Chandelier/Sconces Replacement Ice Glass Lamp Shades

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Andernach, DE

Individual Murano glass lamp shades (colourless) of a Carl Fagerlund chandelier. Bubbly frosted Acanthus leaves. They are part of an originally 10 armed Orrefors Chandelier and this ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors

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Murano Glass

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Ruby Red Glass Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

$2,054

H 16.15 in Dm 5.12 in

Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Ruby Red Glass Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Stockholm, SE

Striking mid-century modern table lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. This sculptural piece features a vivid ruby red glass core encased in thick, clea...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors

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Art Glass

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Orrefors Sale Prices

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2026	$6,450	Flush Mount	Brass, Blown Glass, Art Glass, Glass	1970s
2026	$2,950	Chandeliers and Pendants	Brass, Glass	1950s
2026	$600	Decorative Bowls	Art Glass	1960
2026	$3,230	Chandeliers and Pendants	Brass, Glass	1950s
2026	$2,975	Flush Mount	Brass, Glass	1950s
2026	$1,525	Wall Lights and Sconces	Brass, Glass	1960s
2026	$1,680	Wall Lights and Sconces	Brass, Art Glass	1970s
2026	$3,209	Table Lamps	Brass, Glass	1950s
2026	$2,250	Wall Lights and Sconces	Crystal, Brass	1970
2026	$3,500	Flush Mount	Brass, Glass	c1960s
2026	$95	Candlesticks	Crystal	1980
2026	$1,600	Chandeliers and Pendants	Glass, Nickel	1940s
2026	$2,180	Table Lamps	Brass, Glass, Crystal	Unknown
2026	$3,500	Chandeliers and Pendants	Brass, Glass	1960
2026	$4,410	Table Lamps	Glass, Chrome	1970
2026	$1,400	Wall Lights and Sconces	Brass, Crystal	1940
2026	$2,500	Chandeliers and Pendants	Brass, Glass	1950s
2026	$100	Glass	Crystal	2023
2026	$3,770	Wall Lights and Sconces	Brass, Glass	1960s
2026	$3,700	Chandeliers and Pendants	Brass, Glass	1920s-30s

$2,283

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$69-$6,650

Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Orrefors furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Orrefors furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Orrefors furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 618 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 15 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Orrefors were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Carl Fagerlund, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, and Uno & Östen Kristiansson. Prices for Orrefors furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $50 and can go as high as $75,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,902.

Questions About Orrefors

What country is Orrefors from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Orrefors is from Sweden. The glassworks opened in Orrefors, Småland, in 1898 and began producing drinking vases, drinkware and other home goods in 1913. Shop a range of Orrefors glassware on 1stDibs.
Are all Orrefors signed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
If the Orrefors piece was made using the Ariel technique, then yes, the piece will be signed by the artist and will also have a serial number and date code to help specify the production date. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Orrefors designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
How do you identify Orrefors?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
To identify Orrefors, look for a signature on the bottom of the piece. All pieces made after 1930 typically show the Orrefors name, a serial number and the word "Graal," which refers to the technique used to produce the maker's crystalware. You may also see the word "Sweden" or "Suède" on some pieces. Prior to 1947, Orrefors also indicated the year of production under the signature. If you're still uncertain of the authenticity, consider using the services of a certified appraiser. Find a variety of Orrefors pieces on 1stDibs.
Is Orrefors Swedish?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
Yes, Orrefors is Swedish. The glassworks produces its luxury crystalware at a factory in a village called Orrefors, located in Småland, Sweden. It has operated there since 1898. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Orrefors crystal pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
Is Orrefors crystal lead free?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Whether Orrefors crystal is lead-free depends on its age. Since 1951, the brand hasn't used lead in its pieces. Earlier crystal ware may contain lead. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Orrefors crystal glassware and decorative objects.