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.
Stunning Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Textured Glass Sconce, Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning sconce comprised of a single piece of heavily textured ice glass in serrated and crested wave form. Found on an estate sale in Gothenburg, Sweden. Gorgeous thick glass wit...
Metal
Green Crystal Glass Apple by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
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
Ariel 'Gondoliere' Vase by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden, 1962
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Ariel 'Gondoliere' Vase by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden 1962 A heavy vase of the Ariel Gondoliere series designed by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors Sweden in 1946. Clear gla...
Art Glass
Pair of Crystal Sconces by Carl Fagerliund for Orrefors. ( 4 Pairs available)
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful pair of 1960's thick Crystal bubble sconces. The glass sits on a simple brass back plate with a single candelabra light socket that has been newly rewired for the US. 6...
Crystal, Brass
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1963
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
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 Crystal and Brass Wall Sconces (4 Pairs Available)
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960's Crystal sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The beautifully textured crystal sits on a polished brass back plate with a single candelabra light socket that has be...
Crystal, Brass
$3,500
Orrefors Vase
By Orrefors
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Ariel girl and dove vase by Edvin Öhrström for Orrefors of blue, silver and clear glass. Signed and dated.
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
Heavy Ariel Glass Vase by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden 1964
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Heavy Ariel Glass Vase by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden 1964 A heavy vase of the Orrefors Ariel series designed by Ingeborg Lundin, Sweden ca. 1950s. Colorless glass with a b...
Art Glass
Goldplated Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass gold-plated frame with glass elements, fitted with 3 E14 sockets up to 100watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass, Chrome
A large pair of Swedish 1960s Orrefors glass wall sconces by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in London, GB
A large pair of Swedish 1960s Orrefors glass and brass wall sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Swedish lighting company Lyfa . Each light has very good quality, thick, heavy Orrefors han...
Brass
32" Large Orrefors chandelier Carl fagerlund, Sweden 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Extra large Orrefors chandelier 1950 Sweden. This is the largest version Orrefors made of the Embassador series. Eight pie shaped crocodile pattern glass slices together make up the...
Brass
Vintage Tornado Series Crystal Glass Candleholder by Jan Johanssen for Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Tornado Series Crystal Glass Candleholder by Jan Johanssen for Orrefors, Sweden, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additiona...
Glass
$409Sale Price|30% Off
Mid Century Sven Palmqvist Orrefors Pa Expo 1965 Cobalt Blue Flower Vase 9"
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare mid century Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors Swedish cobalt blue rectangular glass bud vase or flower urn. Marked Orrefors Expo Pa 370-65 and signed Palmqvist on base. Circa 1965. ...
Glass
$4,200 / set
Orrefors Crystal Lamps
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern crystal lamps with a raised crocodile texture on custom satin nickel bases. Lamps have beeen rewired by a professional electrician for use in the USA usin...
Crystal, Nickel
Scandinavian Modernist Faceted Translucent Glass Bowl Signed Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This refined modernist bowl was realized in Sweden by the renowned maker Orrefors. It features an octagonal mouth and undulating curved faceted sides in translucent glass...
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors Crystal Vase, 1960
By Orrefors, Ingeborg Lundin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous, Mid-Century crystal vase with subtle design. Manufactured by Swedish glass manufacturer Orrefors with a design by Ingeborg Lundin (1921 - 1992). Lundin, the first woman to ...
Crystal
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1947
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1947 A vintage vase of the Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glass decora...
Art Glass
Sven Palmqvist, "Kraka" Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-coloured blown glass "Kraka" vase designed by Sven Palmqvist and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s.
Blown 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
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
$1,038Sale Price|20% Off
Miniature Kraka vase by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
An exceptionally rare miniature version of the iconic “Kraka” vase, designed by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, Sweden, in 1954. The Kraka series is regarded as one of the most importan...
Sommerso, Glass
The 'Äpplet' 'Apple' Vase Sculpture by Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors Expo, 1957
By Orrefors, Ingeborg Lundin
Located in Utrecht, NL
Swedish designer Ingeborg Lundin originally designed this Apple (Äpplet) vase in 1955 for the Helsingborg Exhibition, a world exhibition dedicated to modern design. It was thereafter...
Blown Glass
Rare Signed Anne Nilsson for Orrefors Expo White Glass Vase
By Orrefors
Located in East Quogue, NY
Rare signed and numbered white glass vase by Anne Nilsson for Orrefors Expo, dated 1998. This beautifully crafted clear and white glass vase is approximately 16.5" tall, the base is ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden A vintage vase of the Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glass decorated w...
Art Glass
Carl Fagerlund Bubble Crystal Sconce for Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Mazzega, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Lyfa
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elegant wall sconce by Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk - model 2355 / 111. Smooth and thick bubble textured crystal art glass shaped in a curve upon the shiny b...
Crystal, Brass
Artist Signed Orrefors Etched Crystal Vase Depicting a Woman Holding Flowers
By Orrefors
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large signed Orrefors crystal vase was made in Sweden during the 1970s in a Mid-Century Modern style and stands almost a foot tall. T...
Crystal
Jan Johansson for Orrefors Crystal Reflections Bowl
By Orrefors, Jan Johansson
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
Blue Crystal Glass Table Lamp model RD 1566 by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This exquisite mid-century modern table lamp model RD 1566 by Orrefors showcases the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design. Designed by Carl Fagerlund and handcrafted from high-qu...
Stained Glass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Chandelier, Hand Blown Glass
By Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish chandelier made of hand blown Orrefors glass, enhanced by detailed glass art, produced by Orrefors in good condition. The small Scandinavi...
Metal, Chrome
Set of Three "Festival" Chandeliers by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, circa 1950s
By Orrefors, Belysning, Gert Nystrom
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Stunning set of midcentury nine-light glass chandeliers designed by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s. This rare chandeliers are made of 66 glass elements, aluminum and...
Metal, Aluminum
$100 / set
Orrefors Premier Champagne 2-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Premier Champagne from Orrefors, which holds 10 oz, is outstanding for all kinds of sparkling wines, with its tall, narrow shape preserving the bubbles in the beverage. The champagne...
Crystal
Large Swedish Orrefors Textured Glass Ceiling Fixture
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This large crystal and textured glass ceiling lamp with brass details was made in Sweden 1960s for Orrefors. Good condition. Measures: H 53/35 cm D 40.
Crystal, Brass
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
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Göteborg, SE
Add a touch of timeless sophistication to your living space with this Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. A true representation of Scandinavian cra...
Brass
Vase/sculpture ‘The Apple’ Designed by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase/sculpture 'The Apple' designed by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957 Glass. Measures: H: 38.5 cm / 1’ 3” W: 32.5 cm / 1’ 3/4" Ingeborg Lundin studied at the National...
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lights by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Swedish small ceiling lights, lamps made of hand blown smoked Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors in good conditi...
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian Modern Classic, Glass pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1970s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Scandinavian Modern Classic, Glass pendant model 2190/117 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1970s One glass shade with grey tone and one smaller colorless transparant glass shade wi...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Squirrel Crystal Sculpture by Olle Alberius, 1970s
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-Century Modern squirrel crystal sculpture by Olle Alberius for Orrefors. Very beautiful, massive crystal sculpture designed by Olle Alberius and made by Orrefors. Signed under t...
Crystal
Timeless gilded chandelier made of crystal glass by Orrefors Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hannover, DE
I'm so excited to tell you about this beautiful piece! It's a 1970s-era, handcrafted, gold-plated, and absolutely stunning. It was made by the renowned Swedish company Orrefors, and ...
Gold Plate
Nils Landberg, Sommerso Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass Sommerso vase designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
Blown Glass
$3,250Sale Price|50% Off
Orrefors Carl Fagerlund 1960s Crystal Flush Chandelier Pendant
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful original 1960s Swedish crystal hanging pendant or flush ceiling light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The light is composed of two rows of thick cut crystal squa...
Crystal, Brass
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
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
Rare Scandinavian / Midcentury Modern table lamp with Orrefors glass and brass
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare table lamp with Orrefors glass and brass designed by Carl Fagerlund, Scandinavian / Midcentury Modern, In good coondition, smaller signs of age and use. Original wiring, we rec...
Brass
Sven Palmqvist, Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in High Point, NC
A blown-glass vase designed by Sven Palmqvist and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Glass
Carl Fagerlund XXL celling lamp for Orrefors Sweden 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Paris, IDF
Swedish Orrefors Large ceiling lamp from the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Brass frame six glass side panels with a bottom glass plate held by a brass finial in the bottom m...
Brass
$100 / set
Orrefors Premier Chardonnary 2-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Premier Chardonnay from Orrefors, which holds 10 oz, is designed to emphasize the flavors and aromas of varietal wines, specifically Chardonnay. The wine glass is mouth-blown with a ...
Crystal
1 of the 3 Pairs Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic pair of mid-century nice textured glass wall lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Height: 11 inches / 28 cm Width: 4.5 inches / 11,5 cm Depth: 2.8 inches / 7 cm Weight: ...
Brass
Edward Hald Ceiling Light, Peach Glass & Metal, Swedish Design, 1920s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful ceiling light by Edward Hald, made with diluted peach colored glass and oxidized metal. Decorative cut zigzag pattern and scalloped edge.
Glass
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blue blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Pair of Rare Wall Sconces by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s
By Orrefors, Belysning, Gert Nystrom
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A rare pair of midcentury two-light glass sconces designed by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s. The fixtures are made of 6 glass elements and aluminum. Socket: each...
Metal, Aluminum
Large White Crystal Glass Table Lamps, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, 1960, Set of 2
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
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
Vintage Slip Graal Bowl by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Slip Graal Bowl by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden A vintage bowl of the Slip Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1937. Blue and yellow glass cutted...
Art Glass
Carl Fagerlund Tall Vintage Lamp of Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Very tall Carl Fagerlund table or floor lamp made by Orrefors in the 1960s. The spectacular lamp base is made of clear and amber colored glass in layers. Included is a new lamps...
Glass, Fabric
Nils Landberg, Sommerso Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass Sommerso vase designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Orrefors, Ice Glass & Brass, Sweden
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
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
Swedish Glass Wall Light Model 8493 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Paavo Tynell, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Glass wall light model Model 8493, design by Carl Fagerlund in the 1960s and produced by Orrefors, Sweden (the company logo is stamped to the fixture). Clear glass shade with an or...
Metal, Brass
$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