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.
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...
Brass
Large Wall Light by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large vintage wall light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950. Crystal glass with brass hardware. (3) Edison style bulbs.
Blown Glass
Large Fagerlund Glass Leaves Brass Chandelier by Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
This beautifully and stunning large pendant chandelier with ten glass shades and brass fittings was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlun...
Brass
$747Sale Price / item|50% Off
Orrefors Swedish 1950s Crystal Bubble Wall Lamp Midcentury
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful thick bubble crystal wall lamp by the famed Swedish maker, Orrefors. Newly rewired with candelabra sockets. Polished brass fixture and fittings. 3 Available.
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund Crystal and Brass, Orrefors Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors crystal chandelier on a heavy hand built brass frame almost an inch thick Swedish crystal shade consisting of six pie shaped pieces of cast crystal that c...
Crystal, Brass
1960s, Space Age Glass and Chrome Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. This light fixture is made of metal, chrome and lovely elements of glass on the edge. - gorgeous Scandinavian la...
Metal, Chrome
$50 / item
Orrefors Heart Bowl Votive Small
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
The Heart Bowl/ Votive from Orrefors is shaped like a heart, with rounded edges giving it a delicate look. It represents affection and love, the perfect gift for someone you care abo...
Crystal
$4,400 / set
A pair of ceiling lights by Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of ceiling lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, Model "Jupiter". Circa 1950th/60th. Clear pressured glass on brass ha...
Crystal
Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
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. Lig...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund Swag Chandelier Murano Glass Leaves, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Very glamorous swag chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors glass, Sweden, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960-1969. The light features a polished brass frame with four...
Brass
Simon Gate, Vase, Smoked Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A smoked glass vase designed by Simon Gate and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s.
Smoked Glass
$6,800 / set
Pair of Large Ruby Red Orrefors Lamps
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large crystal lamps lamps in a beautiful ruby red color by Orrefors. The lamps have been Newly rewired with adjustable brass double cluste...
Crystal
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass, Brass and Teak Chandelier
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, teak construction with pressed glasses elements, fitted with six E14 sockets made by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden in the 1960s.
Brass
$1,400Sale Price|50% Off
Orrefors Swedish Crystal Carl Fagerlund 1960s Mid Century Flush Ceiling Pendant
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful luxurious 1950s Swedish crystal and brass flush pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. 4 candelabra light sockets . Rewired.
Crystal, Brass
$1,189Sale Price|20% Off
Carl Fagerlund Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Brass & Glass, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Classic Swedish Mid Century Modern chandelier with three tubular textured glass on brass mount. By acclaimed art glass designer C...
Crystal, Brass
Nils Landberg Red Tulpanglas, Orrefors Glassworks, 1957
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century glass artist Nils Landberg's Red Tulpanglas designed in 1956, produced in 1957 by Orrefors glassworks. The delicately tinted glasses ar...
Blown Glass
$150 / item
Orrefors Heart Bowl Large
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
The Heart Bowl from Orrefors is shaped like a heart, with rounded edges giving it a delicate look. It represents affection and love, the perfect gift for someone you care about. The ...
Crystal
Midcentury Orrefors Crystal Brass Ceiling Lamp, Carl Fagerlund, 1970s, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury crystal glass and brass ceiling light fixture, circa mid-1970s. Made at Orrefors and Designed by Carl Fagerlund. This lovely ex...
Crystal, Brass
Gorgeous 1960s, Glass and Brass Flush Mount by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning Scandinavian flush mount ceiling light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, combining timeless elegance with exceptional craftsmanship. The fixture features a ...
Metal, Brass
Nils Landberg Vase for Orrefors, 1965
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning handblown, art glass 'Sommerso' vase designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s in blue-grey hues.
Glass, Art Glass
$50 / item
Orrefors Brilliance Votive
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Brilliance Votive has intricate cuts forming angular facets which beautifully reflect the light. Add this votive by Orrefors Design to complete the set table and to deliver an elegan...
Crystal
1950's Crystal and Brass Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
1950's Orrefors Crystal chandelier with a raised dot pattern and brass fittings by Carl Fagerlund. The fixture has been Newly rewired for the US with three candelabra sockets and ea...
Crystal, Brass
$1,261Sale Price|52% Off
1960s, Crystal and Brass Cylinder Chandelier by Orrefors for Tyringe, Sweden
By Orrefors, Konsthantverk Tyringe 1
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful and in perfect condition brass chandelier or pendant with twelve crystal cylinders. Designed and manufactured in by Tyringe Konsthantverk, Sweden. All crystal cylinders a...
Crystal, Brass
Tall Carl Fagerlund Red Glass Table Lamp for Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall Carl Fagerlund table lamp with oval base made of dark red and clear glass. It´s model RD 1566 made by the Swedish glass manufacturer Orrefors in the 1970s...
Fabric, Art Glass, Blown Glass
HOLIDAY GIFT - Lars Hellsten Orrefors Sweden Purple Art Glass Vase Signed
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in Bochum, NRW
Lars Hellsten Purple Art Glass Vase Signed for Orrefors Sweden Beautifully shaped, heavy glass bottle vase designed in the 1970s. Excellent condition. Original manufacturer label Di...
Blown Glass
Midcentury Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of crystal glass table lamps by Carl Fagerlund, made from rich red colored glass in a tapering conical shape, almond shaped at the base. Beautiful translucent color, elegant des...
Glass
Raspberry Glass Candleholders by Anne Nilsson for Orrefors, Set of 5
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 5 first series tea light candleholders designed by Anne Nilsson in 1992. These dates from the 1990s and was manufactured by orrefors in Sweden. M...
Glass
$453Sale Price|45% Off
1950s Orrefors Smokey Gray Glass Metal Saucer Pendant, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sleek vintage midcentury modernist blown smokey bluish gray glass and metal pendant manufactured by Swedish Orrefors in the late 1950s. Shiny metal top sits above the glass that is s...
Metal
$2,195 / set
Pair of Orrefors Pendant Lights
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in London, England
Stunning pair of mid-century Swedish crystal pendant lights by Orrefors. Textured crystal shades give off a fantastic effect when illuminated. Re-wired and tested. H 58cm x W 17cm x ...
Crystal, Brass
1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass
By Orrefors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass 2.5 h x 3.13 x 2.88 Preowned vintage unrestored condition, please see images provided.
Crystal
Crystal and Brass Ceiling Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Beautiful ceiling lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The ceiling lamp is made of crystal glass and brass. They are in wonderful working condition.
Crystal
Mid-Century Orrefors Glass & Brass Hallway Pendant. 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bromma, SE
Rare Orrefors Mid-Century Glass Pendant with decorative Brass Outer Band. Design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1960s. Perfect Mid Century Statement Bedroom or Stairwell Penda...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Swedish table lamps with a new white round shade, made of hand blown clear Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced, signed by Orr...
Metal, Chrome
Large collection Midcentury Orrefors Tulip Glasses Nils Landberg Sweden 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful collection of 9 tulip glasses in grey tinted blue colored and clear glass design. Manufactured at Orrefors in Sweden and design by Nils Landberg. Good vintage condition ...
Art Glass
$1,400Sale Price|50% Off
Orrefors Swedish Crystal Carl Fagerlund 1960s Mid Century Flush Ceiling Pendant
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful luxurious 1950s Swedish crystal and brass flush pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. 4 candelabra light sockets . Rewired.
Crystal, Brass
Lovely Mid Century Modern Crystal Glass Pendant Lamp by ORREFORS
By Orrefors
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid Century Modern Crystal Glass Pendant Lamp by ORREFORS One E27 socket. Works with 220V and 110V. Good original vintage condition. Wear consistent with use and age. It is...
Metal
$275Sale Price|26% Off
Nils Landberg for Orrefors Smoke Gray Glass "Sommerso" Vase c.1950
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT "Sommerso" vase in charcoal gray and clear glass. Engraved Orrefors NU 3538/4" CREATOR Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1950-1960. MAT...
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Swedish Modern Glass and Brass Pendant by Orrefors
By Carl Fagerberg, Orrefors
Located in Karlstad, SE
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Ceiling Light, Sweden, 1950s An elegant ceiling light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1950s. The fixture features three light sources con...
Brass
Brass & Glass Ceiling Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This Scandinavian mid-century modern pendant light, designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors (Sweden, 1960s), showcases timeless elegance. Featuring a heavy, textured cylindrical crys...
Brass
Anne Nilsson for Orrefors Set of Raspberry Bowls Crystal, Sweden 1992
By Orrefors, Anders Nilson
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Raspberry is a collection of clear crystal bowls, vases, votive candle holders and a plate, that was designed by Anne Nilsson for Orrefors in 1992. The round balls resemble a raspber...
Crystal
1 of the 6 Glass Leaf Wall Scones by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful high end wall lights with a glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Beau...
Brass
$2,077Sale Price|20% Off
Cubic Vitrika Pendant Teak, Brass and Orrefors Glass, 1960s
By Orrefors, Vitrika
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Stunning Swedish pendant by Vitrika in collaboration with Orrefors Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian with a pair of cubic teak shades holding each four (Orrefors) crystal glass diffus...
Brass
$250Sale Price|40% Off
Orrefors 'Corona' Crystal Bowl, Vintage Swedish Design, Circa 1970
By Orrefors
Located in Raleigh, US
Orrefors Swedish ‘Corona’ Heavy Crystal Bowl This exquisite vintage crystal bowl from Orrefors, a renowned Swedish glass manufacturer, combines classic elegance with modern design. ...
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 8 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass, Chrome
Midcentury Modern Pair of Sven Palmqvist Orrefors Heavy Crystal Vases Clear Blue
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Orrefors heavy dropped formed blue vase and one large rounded heavy vase designed by Sven Palmqvist. Wonderful glass with exceptional blue color that collaborates with the clear gl...
Art Glass
Nils Landberg for Orrefors "Sommerso" Glass Vase
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Elegant glass vase designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors executed in "Sommerso" technique. Etched signing on bottom.
Blown Glass
Carl Fagerlund, Glass & Brass Pendant, Fagerhult/Orrefors, Scandinavian Modern
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Fagerhult
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pendant with brass base and glass by Orrefors. Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Fagerhult, Sweden mid-1900s. Measures: Two are available, height 55 and 110 cm. A few smaller sig...
Brass
Selena Glass Bowl by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, 1950s, Set of 4
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in KUTNO, PL
The “Selena” glass bowl is an exceptional example of Scandinavian functional glass artistry, designed by Sven Palmqvist for the legendary Swedish glassworks Orrefors. It is an object...
Glass, Art Glass
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass elements, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Crystal Cylinder Pendant by Carl Fagerlund, 1950s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning midcentury Scandinavian modern cylinder pendant by Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk. Clear textured crystal with scalloped edges. Original brass hardwar...
Crystal, Brass
$2,500
Pendant by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1970. Existing wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Vintage Boréns Borås loft lamp from 1960. Orrefors Glassworks.
By Orrefors, Boréns Borås
Located in Verviers, BE
Boréns Borås loft lamp from 1960. Orrefors Glassworks. Magnificent lighting in top Scandinavian quality. 7.4 kg glass lamp that shines in impressive glass Panels Diameter Lamp 37 c...
Chrome
Pair of Green Orrefors Lamps Design by Carl Fagerlund Orrefors, Sweden, 1970
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Tall pair of Green Orrefors glass lamps with chrome fittings, signed Carl Fagerlund Orrefors on the bottom, elegant classics. The glass body is 13" tall with the chrome fitting. Re...
Chrome
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Translucent Glass Vase by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and sophisticated vase was realized by the esteemed midcentury Swedish glass studio, Orrefors, circa 1960. It features an ovoid form- with a concentric form of the same ...
Blown Glass
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass elements, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors glassworks.
Brass
Pair of Glass Wall Lamps "Festival" by Gert Nyström, 1960s
By Orrefors, Gert Nystrom, Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Orrefors glass wall lamps model "Festival" by Gert Nyström produced by Fagerhults, 1960s, very good condition.
Glass
Vintage Dark-Red Orrefors Glass Vase by Nils Landberg, Mid-Century
By Kosta Boda, Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-red, small vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish engraved flower vase made of hand blown Orrefors glass, in good condition. NV 3987 with original Orrefors Sticker. Minor fading, ...
Glass
$2,500 / set
Large Sconces by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of vintage, large sconces designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. Measures: H 10" W 7", D 4". Each with Edison style socket. ...
Art Glass
$720Sale Price / set|20% Off
Ingeborg Lundin (1921-92) signed crystal decanter & 4 whiskey glass
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
Located in Skien, NO
As New Condition - With Original Label A stunning crystal glass decanter and four whiskey glasses, featuring the "Silvia" pattern, designed by Ingeborg Lundin (1921-1992) for Orrefo...
Crystal
Mid-century glass and brass pendants by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Mid-century ceiling lamps designed by Swedish lighting designer Carl Fagerlund and made by Orrefors- famous Swedish glass manufacturer. With beautiful solid glass with structure and ...
Brass