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.
$6,500 / set
Orrefors Crystal Lamp
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Stunning clear lamp that has a sculptural quality about it. Created by Orrefors Crystal, this lamp has an hourglass form, with a textured appearance, almost like ice. It has been rec...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund Model Cristal Design
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. E27 bulbs.
Glass
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in High Point, NC
A blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
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
Mid-Century Modernist Slender Smoked Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This sleek and reserved Mid-Century Modernist Slender Smoked Glass Vase is by Nils Landberg for the esteemed art glass company Orrefors, and originates from Sweden, Circa 1960. Featu...
Blown Glass
Sven Palmqvist, Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blown-glass vase designed by Sven Palmqvist and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s.
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
Unique Vicke Lindstrand Orrefors Crystal Vase with Cut Leaf Pattern, Signed LU 1
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This ultra-rare and striking crystal vase, designed by renowned Swedish artist Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship and artistic flair. Likely dating ...
Crystal
20th Century Swedish Vintage Modern Orrefors Glass Table Light by Olle Alberius
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sculptural, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish table lamp with a new white round shade, made of hand blown slightly smoked glass designed by Olle Alberius and produced by Orrefors,...
Metal, Chrome
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
Scandinavian Modern Glass Vases Orrefors Erika Lagerbielke, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful art glass vases designed by Erika Lagerbielke and Nils Landberg produced at Orrefors, Sweden. The large one is extremely heavy and together they give a great modern look. ...
Art Glass
$1,504Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Crystal Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bochum, NRW
Exceptional pair of thick relief heavy crystal table lamps with polished nickel hardware by Orrefors. Signed under the bottom. Signed on the nickel top finial, "Orrefors." Measures:...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-blue, black vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Swedish table lamps with a new white round shade made of hand blown smoked Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and produc...
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury Set of 3 Vases and Plate Clear Crystal Glass Orrefors Sweden 1950
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful pieces decorative made at Orrefors Sweden during the 1950s and the designed by Sven Palmqvist. All are in very good condition. This collection contains 3 vases and one plat...
Art Glass
$1,300Sale Price|50% Off
Orrefors Carl Fagerlund Swedish Crystal 1950s Mid Century Wall Lamps
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1950s Swedish Mid Century polished brass sconces with crystal cup shades. Rewired. Designed by Carl Fegerlund for Orrefors.
Crystal, Brass
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
$2,200Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of 1950s Swedish Crystal Orrefors Carl Fagerlund Mid Century Table Lamps
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of luxurious heavy clear hour glass shaped crystal table lamps with polished nickel sockets and fittings by famed Swedish maker , Orrefors. Newly Rewired with silk cords. 15” to...
Crystal, Nickel
Extra Large Pair of 1970's Crystal Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors.
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1970's Extra large heavy Crystal lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The lamps have been newly rewired with polished chrome adjustable double clusters that take s...
Crystal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Large Glass Table Lamps Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury large and rare modern table lamps design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden. The scuplural glass with an all-new cotton shades gives a great modern look. ...
Glass
Orrefors Crystal Drinks Decanters by Nils Landberg 'Individually Priced'
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Austin, TX
A fine pair of large crystal drinks decanters or ship's decanters for wine, whiskey, and spirits, designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden, wh...
Crystal
Vintage Swedish Eden Glass Plate from Orrefors 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Swedish Eden Glass Plate from Orrefors, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass Br...
Glass
Swedish Modern Rare Bud Vase By Edward Hald for Orrefors Signed Early Production
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful small bud vase in clear glass & black glass bottom signed and numbered designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors , numbered 139
Blown Glass
Green Crystal Glass Apple by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
By Orrefors, Ingeborg Lundin
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stunning crystal glass apple by Ingeborg Lundin, tinted crispy green. The apple is an iconic piece, composed in 1955 and was first presented at H55 where it caused a sensation. The design is the epitome of Lundin’s pure, gracious style. About Ingeborg Lundin: Ingeborg Lundin was a Swedish glass artist, whose 1950s and 60s designs are among the most influential of that era. Lundin got her education at Konstfack in Stockholm and started working at Orrefors directly after her graduation in 1947. She stayed at Orrefors until 1971, redefining the art of glass design with her pure, gracious, sometimes ethereal creations. Ingeborg Lundin received the Lunning prize in 1954 and a gold medal at the Milano Triennale in 1957. Literature: Svenskt glas...
Glass
Jan Johansson for Orrefors Crystal Reflections Bowl
By Jan Johansson, Orrefors
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Art Deco style Crystal Reflections Bowl was designed by Jan Johansson for Orrefors Sweden. It was made in Sweden of clear crystal. Jan Johansson (1942-2018) was a well-known Swedish...
Crystal
Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Fish Graal vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden A large and heavy vase of the Graal series designed by Edvward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear ...
Art Glass
$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
Olle Alberius for Orrefors Small Residence Crystal Bowl, Scandinavian Modern
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage bowl was created by Olle Alberius for Orrefors Sweden as a part of Residence series; it features undulating curved faceted sides in clear crystal. Residence series was in pr...
Crystal
Square Glass Pendan by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Square shaped glass and clear glass (inside) pendant lamp. Designed in the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks in Sweden. Light grey tinted glass outer cup with a cylind...
Brass
Nils Lamberg for Orrefors Sommerso Grey and Clear Glass Vase
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian Modern Sommerso Smoked Grey Tall Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors Elegant smoked grey and clear sommerso glass vase. Designed by Nils Landberg and manufactured ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
$1,800Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of Carl Fagerland Orrefors Bubble Crystal Wall Lights 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A pair luxurious 1950s thick crystal bubble wall lights designed by Carl Fagerland for Orrefors. Rewired.
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Wall Lamp in Ice Glass from Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing wall lamp from Orrefors. The central detail of the lamp is the large ice glass element, which covers almost the entire front. The glass consists of prism-shaped rods, which...
Metal
Rare Ariel Bowl by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden 1953
By Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Ariel Bowl by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden 1953 A large bowl of the Ariel series designed by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors Sweden. Colorless glass with a purple and gr...
Art Glass
Pair of 1960's Crystal lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors.
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960's Crystal lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The elegant Crystal lamp bodies resemble frozen water and they have been Newly rewired with adjustable polish b...
Crystal, 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
Midcentury Sven Palmqvist Orrefors Kraka Crystal Vase
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Orrefors blue yellow/green vase, designed by Sven Palmqvist. Wonderful glass with exceptional blue and yellow/green color that collaborates with the cl...
Art Glass
Orrefors Crystal Bud Vase with Etched, Sweden, 1950-60s
By Orrefors
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Amazing heavy small Orrefors crystal bud vase made in Sweden in the 1950-60s. Signed on the bottom "Orrefors 4438-611 B". The vase is in very good vintage condition, with no damage....
Crystal
$100 / set
Orrefors Premier Pinot Noir 2-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Premier Pinot Noir from Orrefors, which holds 29 oz, is designed to emphasize the flavors and aromas of varietal wines, specifically Pinot Noir. The wine glass is mouth-blown with a ...
Crystal
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
Vintage Swedish Glass Bottle from Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Swedish Glass Bottle from Orrefors, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass Brand: Orrefo...
Glass
Midcentury Modern Sculptural Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Table lamp in crystal, model RD1566 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps have a stunning black color with brass details. The intensity of the crystal glass and its colo...
Crystal
Carl Fagerlund Floor Lamp in Orange and Clear Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant and sculptural floor lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, in the 1960s. The lamp features alternating sections of clear and orange-hued textured glass, arran...
Art Glass
$3,200 / set
Pair of Table Lamps by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of table lamps by Orrefors. Marked by manufacturer. Existing European wiring, rewiring available upon request.
$2,000 / set
Pendants by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of pendants by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960. Dimension: Height 50 cm (20"). Existing European wiring, we do not guaranty functionality. ...
Glass
Mid-20th Century Signed Orrefors Twisted Crystal Candles Holders, a Pair
By Orrefors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Mid-Century Modern crystal candlestick holders made by Orrefors unusual twist crystal. Nice vintage piece for your living space.
Crystal
$3,500 / set
Pair of White Crystal Lamps by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of white crystal lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The lamps have polished nickel hardware and they have been newly rewired for the US. M...
Crystal, Nickel
Vintage Swedish Eden Glass Plate from Orrefors, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Swedish Eden Glass Plate from Orrefors, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass Br...
Glass
$1,405Sale Price|20% Off
1950s, Chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An elegant six-arm chandelier in solid brass, featuring textured Orrefors art glass shades. Each cylindrical glass shade is richly detailed with a bubbled surface, creating a sparkli...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Crystal Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Iconic Swedish Mid-Century Modern crystal table lamp with soft bubbled croc texture by designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Hour glass shap...
Crystal, Metal
$340Sale Price|20% Off
Orrefors Red Stripe "Zwizz" Swedish Glass Vase by Ingengerd Raman Sweden
By Orrefors, Ingegerd Råman
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Orrefors red striped art glass vase. Designed by Ingegend Raman and was made in Sweden. The vase appears to have never been used. Sign...
Art Glass
Orrefors Crystal Dot Sconces with Brass Backplates, 1970s Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of demi lune cystal econces with a raised dot pattern mounted on brass backplates. Rewired by a professional electrician. 60W bulb max, higher if LED are used.
Crystal, Brass
$6,000 / set
Set of Orrefors Vase's
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
set of 3 Orrefors Vase's,designed by Olle Alberius 10"h x 3"dia.
Glass
Carl Fagerlund Table Lamp for Orrefors Blue Glass and Brass Sweden 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Paris, IDF
Carl Fagerlund table lamp for Orrefors made of clear blue glass and brass made in Sweden around 1960. Good condition. 1 table lamp available, without lampshade. Carl Fagerlund was a...
Brass
Large White Crystal Glass Table Lamps, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, 1960, Set of 2
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This exquisite pair of Mid-Century Modern table lamps by Orrefors showcases the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design. Designed by Carl Fagerlund and handcrafted from high-quality...
Stained 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
Tree of Live Art Glass Vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden 1977
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Tree of Live Art Glass Vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden 1977 This heavy art glass bowl is part of the 'Tree of Live' series designed by Swedish artist Olle Alberius (1926–...
Art Glass
Carl Fagerlund Floor Lamp in Mahogany, Brass and Glass, Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare floor lamp was designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by AB Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden in the 1950s. The piece is marked with a metal tag reading "RD 1176 AB ORREFOR...
Brass
Simon Gate for Orrefors – Art Deco Pressed Glass Bowl, Sweden, ca. 1930
By Orrefors, Simon Gate
Located in Knivsta, SE
Simon Gate for Orrefors – Art Deco Pressed Glass Bowl, Sweden, ca. 1930 An elegant Art Deco bowl designed by Simon Gate (1883–1945) for Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden. Crafted in stri...
Glass
Pair of Swedish Crystal Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of magnificent table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps consist of six discs made of clear crystal glass, separated by solid brass discs. Condition: Th...
Brass
Large Glass Bowl by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning glass bowl by Orrefors, Sweden 1960s Large in scale and beautiful gradient color
Glass
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