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.
Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish desk lamp with a new white round shade, made of hand blown clear Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and pro...
Metal
$1,510Sale Price / item|20% Off
Carl Fagerlund Table Lamp, Textured Crystal & Chrome, 1960s Design
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Iconic Swedish modern design classics. Crystal table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors produced in the 1960s in the small town of Orrefors in southern Sweden. Thick bubble texture...
Crystal, Chrome
Orrefors Croco Embossed Crystal / Nickel Sconces, 1 of 3 Pairs
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of crystal shield sconces with a croco relief pattern, in satin nickel frames. Rewired for use in the USA, 60W max.
Crystal, Nickel
$1,250
Pendant by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960. Textured clear glass with brass hardware. Single, Edison style socket. Existing European wiring, rew...
Crystal
Chromed Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass chrome-plated frame with glass elements, fitted with 6 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass, Chrome
Carl Fagerlund white glass table lamps and dark ochre shades for Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of hand blown glass table or bedside lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden 1960s. New cotton shades in dark ochre or blue color. The lamps are in very good condi...
Metal
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Translucent Glass Vase by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and understated Mid-Century Modern vase was realized by the renowned maker, Orrefors, in Sweden, circa 1960. It features to intersecting demilune forms that meet to crea...
Glass
Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of canopy (inches) : 2.3” H x 3.4” Diameter Socket takes standard E-14 ...
Brass
20th century coloured glass Orrefors lamp
By Orrefors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century coloured glass Orrefors lamp circa 1970. Stunning glass lamp from the well known Swedish makers of fine glass, Orrefors. Screw thread bulb...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Circa 1940
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish desk lamp with a new white round shade made of hand blown clear Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced, signed by Orrefors in go...
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modernist Glass Flush Mount by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully minimal Mid-Century Modernist Flush Mount Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors originates from Sweden, Circa 1960. This flush mount features a cylindrical profi...
Blown Glass
Ingeborg Lundin Glass Apple Vase, Orrefors Glassworks, 1957
By Orrefors, Ingeborg Lundin
Located in New York, NY
Mid century glass artist Ingeborg Lundin's glass apple vase was made for Orrefors Glassworks. It's a hand blown clear glass vase designed for Milan Triennial Exhibition in 1957. Orre...
Blown Glass
Nils Landberg, "Tulip Glass" Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A colored blown glass "Tulip Glass" Vase designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s. From the "Expo" production series.
Blown Glass
2 Pc. Nils Landberg for Orrefors Grey and Clear Sommerso Vases
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
2 pc. Mid Century Art Glass vases by Nils Landberg for Orrefors. Both are in excellent condition free of damage , both are fully and correctly marked. Offered and priced as a lot of ...
Art Glass
Midcentury Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of striking glass table lamps by Carl Fagerlund, made from rich red glass, rectangular at the base. Beautiful translucent color, elegant design.
Glass
20th Century Swedish Crystal Glass Table Lamp - Vintage Desk Light by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish table lamp made of hand blown crystal glass, detailed with a white shade, produced by Orrefors in good condition. The Scandinavian desk light is ...
Metal, Chrome
Orrefors Sweden Bowl With Colored Crystal Dish
By Orrefors
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects. Elegant...
Crystal
Edward Hald, Table Lamp, Chrome, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome metal and smoked glass table lamp, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.35” H x 6.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter ...
Chrome
A 10-Light Glass Chandelier by Fritz Kurz for Orrefors
By Fritz Kurz, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A 10-light chandelier by Fritz Kurz for Orrefors. The ten rope twist arms are mounted each with a scallop edge uplight shade, each concealing an Edison socket. The scalloped dish wit...
Glass
Tall 1950s Dark Toned Sommerso Vase Signed Nils Landberg for Orrefors Glass
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A tall dark smoke toned and clear Sommerso crystal glass vase designed by Nils Landberg (1907-1991) for Orrefors Glass, Sweden, circa 1950-1959. Beautiful vase from the 'Dusk' series...
Blown Glass, Sommerso
1 of the 2 Large Glass and Brass Chandelier by Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
This stunning large pendant chandelier with 30 glass shades and brass details was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors in Europe, Sweden. Around 1960. Beautifully car...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund Ice Sculpted Crystal Glass Pendant light for Orrefors Sweden 60s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Paris, IDF
CARL FAGERLUND. A moulded glass pendant lamp " ICE Cristal" by Orrefors, 1960s. Small "ice glass" chandelier or hallway lantern by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s. The li...
Brass, Nickel
Crystal Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with crystal glass shade, fitted with E27 socket, designed in the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks Sweden, model 1322. Total height including canopy is 20 ...
Crystal, Brass
Set of 2 Orrefors Glass Chandeliers Model Festival by Gert Nyström, 1950s
By Orrefors, Fagerhult, Gert Nystrom
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in Sweden by Fagerhults and designed by Gert Nyström. Glass shades produced by Orrefors. Height is adjustable after your preferences. Please note: Listed price is for one ...
Glass
An Orrefors Glass and Brass Flush Mount
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
An octagonal brass and glass flush mount by Swedish maker Orrefors. The bottom diffuser with heavily textured glass with abstract motifs, and textured rosettes on the sides, secured ...
Brass
$3,500 / item
Swedish Orrefors Ceiling Fixture
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Orrefors ceiling fixture with textured molded glass dish having canted sides and round plate. Each fixture has new wiring with 6 UL certifie...
Brass
Vintage Art Glass Vase by Martti Rytkoenen for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Art Glass Vase by Martti Rytkoenen for Orrefors, Sweden A vintage art glass vase designed by Martti Rytkoenen, Finnland for Orrefors ca. 1990s. Colorless glass in houre glas...
Art Glass
A pair of wall lights by Orrefors / 2 pairs available
By Lyfa, Carl Fagerberg, Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors , Sweden. Circa 1950th. Produced by LYFA. Marked by Manufacturer . Clear pressured glass on brass hardware. Single cand...
Art Glass
Orrefors Textured Glass Table Lamp Rd-1477 by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish hourglass shaped table lamp by Carl Fagerlund For Orrefors. The Orrefors lamp in clear glass is model no RD-1477 and in great condition with no chips, cracks or repairs.
Brass
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Karlstad, SE
These sculptural lamps are executed in thick crystal with a striking triangular form that tapers elegantly toward the top. The glass shifts from clear crystal at the base into a deep...
Brass
Set of 4 glass pendants 'Festival' by Gert Nyström, 1950s
By Orrefors, Falkenbergs Belysning, Gert Nystrom
Located in Stockholm, SE
A set of 4 available. Excellent condition. Sold individually. Designed by Gert Nyström. Produced by Fagerhults Belysning. The glass produced by Orrefors. Height is adjustable afte...
Glass
Edvard Hald for Orrefors Graal Glass Fish Vase 1954
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Toledo, OH
Art glass fish vase by Edvard (Edward) Hald for Orrefors in clear glass with green fish and plants created using the Graal method, which was developed by Orrefors in 1916. This type ...
Glass, Art Glass
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of impressive table lamps in crystal glass model RD 1477 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The base is made of crystal glass and reminds of frozen water. The chrome deta...
Chrome
Brass and Crystal Wall Lamps Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Set of Two
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E14 socket, crystal glasses fixed with two screws. Designed by Carl Fagerlund in Sweden in 1960s for Orrefors glassworks.
Crystal, Brass
Engraved Orrefors Molded Crystal Flower Candle Holders Erika Lagerbielke, Six
By Orrefors
Located in Miami, FL
Set of six clear molded crystal flower candle holders designed by Erika Lagerbielke and made by Orrefors Sweden. Engraved at the base, Orrefors. Each...
Crystal
Orrefors, Swedish Modern, Brass, Glass, Wall Light, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Stamford, CT
Orrefors, Swedish Modern, Brass, Glass, Wall Light, Sweden, 1960s Large colored textured glass wall light on a brass backplate designed and produced by Orrefors in Sweden c. 1960s. ...
Brass
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of table lamps in crystal, model RD1323 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps have a stunning coral red colour with brass details. Condition: Excellent original ...
Brass
$3,900 / set
Ruby Red Orrefors Glass Lamps, 1950, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Signed pair of Orrefors ruby red glass lamps with brass fittings designed by Carl Fagerlund, red glass incased with thick solid layer of clear glass....
Brass
Orrefors Sconces Brass and bubble Glass Orrefors Sweden, 1970
By Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Orrefors clear glass bubble glass sconces, glass shades are resting on a polished brass frame with polished brass fasteners. Rewired for the US. Holds one candelabra bulb e...
Crystal, Brass
$6,000 / set
Set of Orrefors Vase's
By Orrefors, Olle Alberius
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
set of 3 Orrefors Vase's,designed by Olle Alberius 10"h x 3"dia.
Glass
Pair of Carl Fagerlund Pendant Lamps in Brass and Orrefors Glass by Lyfa
By Lyfa, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare pair of Carl Fagerlund pendant lamps in brass and glass. 8 x E14 bulbs. To be on the the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concerning local requireme...
Brass
Floor Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
Floor lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Model RD-1990, Sweden, circa 1960. Existing electrical wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Carl Fagerlund, Swedish Modern, Glass, Nickel, Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stamford, CT
Carl Fagerlund, Swedish Modern, Glass, Nickel, Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1960s Floor standing lamp in textured glass and nickel designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Sweden c. 1960s....
Glass
Small Orrefors Vase Bowl
By Orrefors
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This is a vintage small Orrefors vase signed and numbered on the underside.
Art Glass
10 Starry Sky – A Timeless Icon of Swedish Glass Art by Edward Hald, Orrefors
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
10 Starry Sky glasses – A timeless icon of Swedish glass Art by Edward Hand, (1883–1980), one of the most influential glass designers at Orrefors glassworks during the 20th century. ...
Art Glass
Tulip Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden ca. 1957
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish 'Tulip' vase with elongated, fluting body on a slender column and flaring base in light red and clear coloration. Designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden i...
Art Glass
$2,627Sale Price|20% Off
Ingeborg Lundin Apple Vase for Orrefors, Sweden 1957
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
Located in Milano, IT
Clear glass "Apple" vase Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors. Pointed signature of the designer and manufacturer under the base.
Glass
$988 / item
Sconce by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E14 socket, crystal clear/yellow glasses fixed with two screws. Designed by Carl Fagerlund in Sweden in 1960s for Orrefors glassworks. Price per sconce.
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Mid-Century Large Art Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund c. 1970
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Modern Art Glass pendant chandelier in very dark amethyst (reads almost black) and clear heavy hand-blown glass for Orrefors by noted Swedish glass artisa...
Brass
Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors /3 available
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A table lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. Colored glass and brass. Glass base dimensions: 3 1/8"; x 3 1/8 x 13 3/4";. Existing European wiring, re-wiring avai...
Glass
Swedish Grace Floor lamp, brass and glass, Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful uplight floor lamp from Orrefors, with a tall brass stem. Wide glass shade in frosted glass with etched pattern of leaves.
Brass
$450Sale Price|21% Off
Sommerso Smoked Charcoal Cased Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in San Diego, CA
A Swedish vintage 'sommerso' glass vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, circa 1950s. The piece has a smoked charcoal interior, cased within a clear glass layer. Markings include etche...
Art Glass
Small Pendant by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Small Pendant by Orrefors. Sweden. Frosted glass and chrome plated hardware. H-9,5" ; Diam-9" Existing european wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Blown Glass
Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame chromed with glass elements and silk shade, fitted with 3 E27 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps by Orrefors, Art Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden in the 1950's, these lamps are a smaller version of a pair earlier listed on Eileen Lane Antiques, whose r...
Art Glass
Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A table lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, Circa 1960th. Model number RD1984. Clear glass on brass stem. Diameter 4.5". Glass base heigh 9". Total heigh 23.5". R...
Glass
Orrefors Sweden Martti Rytkönen Crystal Elephant Orrefors Glass Paperweight
By Orrefors
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Elephant, the Zoo Collection by Martti Rytkönen. This beautiful Orrefors crystal elephant paperweight from Sweden designed by Martti Rytkönen is a true minima...
Crystal
Orrefors 1970s Scandinavian Modern Crystal Table Lamps, Nickel Base
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Scandinavian modern pair of white cased crystal lamps with a triangular form base and satin nickel fittings. Rewired for use in the USA, 100W bulbs max.
Crystal, Nickel
$320Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Orrefors Crystal Candleholders
By Orrefors
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautiful pair of Orrefors Crystal Candleholders. The candleholders are cut and crafted crystal. They're cut in an intricate way that causes the light to dance off the crys...
Crystal
Orrefors 1980s Scandinavian Modern Crystal Table Lamps, White & Nickel
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern sleek white crystal triangular form lamps with polished nickel hardware. Lamps have been professionally rewired for use in the USA using new sockets and c...
Crystal, Nickel