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.
$431Sale Price|20% Off
Late 20th Century Massive Swedish Orrefors Vase in Grey/Green Sommerso Glass
By Orrefors
Located in Milano, IT
Having started its activities in the late 1800s, and being still active today after an acquisition from Royal Denmark, Orrefors is one of the oldest surviving glassmakers in Sweden a...
Art Glass
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
Large Pair of Orrefors Crystal and Brass Sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Large pair of Orrefors sconces by Carl Fagerlund 1950s, brass frames with three European sockets with thick crystal shades with details in the glass. Rewired for the US.
Crystal, Brass
Rare Nils Landberg for Orrefors Centerpiece Bowl, Smoke Grey and Clear, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The bowl is clearly signed on the bottom with engraved "Orrefors" and production mark PU 3092/21. Nils Landberg (1907-1991) joined the engraving school at Orrefors and continued as...
Art Glass, Glass, Sommerso
Vicke Lindstrand Rare Pair of Art Deco Vases in Etched Glass for Orrefors 1930s
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
Located in Tilburg, NL
Vicke Lindstrand Rare Pair of Art Deco Vases in Etched Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1930s. 1: A very rare and mesmerizingly beautiful 'diver' vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors - ...
Glass, Art Glass
Crystal Glass Table Lamp by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, 1970
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Göteborg, SE
The lamp's base, meticulously sculpted from premium crystal glass, creates a captivating display of light and reflection. Its unique form and flawless construction ensure it stands o...
Crystal, Chrome
$1,497Sale Price / set|58% Off
Pair of Carl Fagerland Orrefors Crystal Wall Lights
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A pair luxurious 1950s thick crystal bubble wall lights designed by Carl Fagerland for Orrefors. Rewired with silage brass candelabra sockets.
Crystal, Brass
Mid Century Swedish Modern Glass Pendant Lamp by Orrefors
By Orrefors, Olle Alberius
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Scandinavian modern glass hanging pendant light designed by Olle Alberius and manufactured by Orrefors was made in Sweden circa 1960. This premium quality la...
Metal
Pair of Vintage Swedish Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of vintage Swedish table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, dating from around the 1960’s. The quality is superb, they are ma...
Glass
Palm Beach Regency Murano glass wall lights by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1960s
By Barovier&Toso, Seguso, Venini, Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Compatible with US/EU standards. Hollywood Regency and Art Deco style Murano glass wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk, Sweden, 1960s. Each piece is compose...
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Table Lamp Vintage Glass Leaves and Brass by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors 1970s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bastogne, BE
This sculptural Hollywood regency style table lamp was designed by Carl Fagerlund for the Swedish glasswork company Orrefors Lighting in the 1960s. The lamp is made of shiny brass f...
Brass
Jan Johansson Crystal Vases Set by Orrefors, Mid-Century Modern
By Orrefors, Jan Johansson
Located in Bochum, NRW
Heavy Crystal set of two vases designed by Jan Johansson, made by Orrefors Sweden, circa 1980s. Dimensions: Vase 22 cm high, Bowl 11 cm high. Excellent condition. Each is signed unde...
Crystal
Sculptural Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
A striking set of three textured glass table lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, in the 1960s. Each lamp features thick, hand-blown bubble glass with a sculptural,...
Glass
$3,400 / item
A Tulip-Form Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A tulip-form pendant designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The individual petal-shaped pieces of textured cast glass secured by cast brass rosette finials. Suspended by brass rod ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Crystal Bowl Signed Orrefor's
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant mid-century modernist crystal bowl, circa 1960, showcases the artistry of Orrefors, Sweden. The sculptural design beautifully captures and refracts light, highlighting t...
Crystal
$348Sale Price|20% Off
Large Orrefors Crystal Bowl by Lars Hellsten, Sweden, 1980s
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors, Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large and solid clear Scandinavian modern art glass crystal bowl designed by sculptor Lars Hellsten for Swedish Orrefors in the late 1980s. Symmetrical and flared stylized flower pet...
Crystal
Vicke Lindstrand Rare and Large 'Dykare' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors 1930s
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Tilburg, NL
Vicke Lindstrand Rare and Large 'Dykare' or 'Diver' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1930s. A very rare and mesmerizingly beautiful 'diver' vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Or...
Glass, Art Glass
Pair of Vintage Swedish Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of vintage Swedish table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, dating from around the 1960’s. The quality is superb, they are ma...
Glass
$166Sale Price|20% Off
Orrefors 'Puck' Heavy Crystal Candle Holder, Vintage Design, 1970
By Orrefors
Located in Raleigh, US
Orrefors Swedish ‘Puck’ Heavy Crystal Candle Holder This elegant Orrefors ‘Puck’ candle holder is a beautiful example of Swedish crystal artistry. With its sleek and modern design, ...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modernist Crystal Bowl with Organic Base Detailing signed Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Mid-Century Modernist crystal bowl, featuring organic base detailing, signed Orrefors, originates from Sweden, circa 1960. This exquisite piece highlights the superior des...
Crystal
Mid-Century Glass Bowl from Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Glass Bowl from Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark Additional information: Materials: Glass Color...
Glass
Nils Landberg Table Lamp for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Stamford, CT
A beautiful glass table lamp by Nils Landberg for Orrefors having a dark blue interior and a clear exterior.
Glass
Mid Century Crystal Candle Holder by Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, Sweden
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Andernach, DE
Chunky mid century crystal candle holder by Orrefors from the Capella collection by Lars Hellsten, Sweden. Gorgeous heavy mid-century design of a stylised Acanthus leaf. Beautifully ...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. New electrical system brought up to EU standard. E27 bulbs.
Glass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bul...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 4.5" H x 16.0" W x 16.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 3.8" H x 15.0" W x 15.0" D Bu...
Brass
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. Pat...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 3.5" H x 15.0" W x 15.0" D Bu...
Brass
$800Sale Price|20% Off
Brass & Crystal Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
A magnificent table lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. This lamp consist of six discs made of clear crystal glass stacked on a brass base. Condition: The lamp is in a exce...
Crystal, Brass
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
Large Amber Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Gustav Leek
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Mid-Century Modern Amber Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s Striking and sculptural, this mid-century modern table lamp with brass features was designed by ...
Brass
Vintage Dark-Red Orrefors Glass Vase by Nils Landberg, Mid-Century
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg, Kosta Boda
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
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mounts, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and glass flush mounts designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 3.0" H x 15.0" W x 15.0" D Bu...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mount, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass flush mount designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 3.0" H x 14.0" W x 14.0" D Bulb Specif...
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 grey-green hues.
Glass, Art Glass
Triangular Orrefors Sommerso Vase by Nils Landberg, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg, Flygfors Glass, Mazzega, Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unusual triangular shaped Dusk art glass vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors. Swedish midcentury modern decorative piece from the Dusk series featuring a beautiful Sommerso effect wit...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Carl Fagerlund, Flush Mount, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow glass flush mount designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use...
Brass
Orrefors Intermezzo Blue Wine Glass Blue Drop Erika Lagerbielke Sweden Set 2
By Orrefors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, pair of Orrefors Intermezzo Blue wine glass featuring a distinct dark blue drop trapped inside the clear crystal stem. Designed by Erika Lagerbielke (introduc...
Crystal
Vase/Sculpture ‘The Apple’ Designed by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase/sculpture ‘The Apple’ designed by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden. 1957. Glass. Signed. Measurements: Height: 37.5 cm / 14 3/4'' Diameter: 30 cm / 11 3/4''. Ingeborg L...
Glass
Gunnar Cyrén Large Orrefors Gallery "Båt” Exhibition Crystal Bowl, Sweden 1986
By Orrefors, Gunnar Cyren
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare and sculptural crystal bowl designed by Gunnar Cyrén for Orrefors, Sweden, executed as part of the Gallery series, Exhibition No. 6 (1986). This exceptional example—titled “B...
Art Glass
Orrefors Swedish Ribbed Glass Anemone Vase
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Orrefors curved ribbed crystal anemone vase with large open rim that opens out to highlight the flowers within. Sweden, late 20th Century.
Crystal
Pair of Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Carl Fagerlund, 1970s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling lamps in crystal glass and base in brass. Designed by Carl Fagerlund and made by Orrefors from circ...
Brass
Large Vintage Swedish Glass Plate from Orrefors, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Vintage Swedish Glass Plate from Orrefors, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional info...
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Nils Landberg Orrefors Set of 2 Vases, circa 1950s, Sweden
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Art glass vases produced by orrefors , and designed by famous Nils Landberg. Wonderful glass with exceptional color that collaborates with the clear glass. These two are a great loo...
Art Glass
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
Green Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Göteborg, SE
This table lamp, designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1960s, features a stunning green glass base. The sleek, elongated shape of the base showcases the high-quality craftsm...
Chrome
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1963
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1963 A vintage vase of the Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glass decora...
Art Glass
Carl Fagerlund, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and relief glass wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1960s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age ...
Brass
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 vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Moderate...
Brass
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 vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Moderate...
Brass
Glass Table Lamps Designed by Gustav Leek for Orrefors, 1960s
By Gustav Leek, Orrefors
Located in Göteborg, SE
Illuminate your home with the captivating glow of these exquisite glass table lamps, masterfully crafted by the renowned Gustav Leek. These elegant lamps are a testament to the fine ...
Glass
Orrefors Art Deco Pond Vase, Edward Hald
By Orrefors
Located in Riverdale, NY
Attractive Orrefors Art Deco vase by Edward Hald from the 1930's. 3 "scenes" are engraved around the vase showing a duck diving under water, at rest ...
Glass
Midcentury Collection of 12 Pieces Art Glass Nils Landberg Orrefors Sweden 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These 12 Swedish vintage Sommerso and dusk glass vases, produced circa 1950s-1960s by designer Nils Landberg for Orrefors, with smoked charcoal interior, cased within a clear layer. ...
Art Glass