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.
Edvin Öhrström for Orrefors Crystal Engraved Vase, 1942 Scandinavian Modern
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Orrefors engraved crystal vase features "Wish To The Moon" pattern, created by Edvin Ohrstrom in 1942. The pattern depicts a young woman or g...
Crystal
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
Vicke Lindstrand Rare and Large 'Dykare' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors 1930s
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
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
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
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
Triangular Orrefors Sommerso Vase by Nils Landberg, 1950s
By Flygfors Glass, Murano 5, Nils Landberg, Orrefors, Mazzega
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
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
Vicke Lindstrand Rare 'Bubbles' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors Sweden 1930s
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Tilburg, NL
Vicke Lindstrand Rare 'Bubbles' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1930s. A very rare, beautiful and whimsical 'bubbles' vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors. A wonderful d...
Glass, Art Glass
Art Deco Smoked Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sandvik, Sweden, 1923
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Glasgow, GB
This Swedish Art Deco smoked glass vase, designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors and produced at the Sandvik branch in 1923, represents an early and formative example of modern Scandina...
Smoked Glass
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 early vase of the Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glass decorate...
Art Glass
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in High Point, NC
A blue blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
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
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
$150 / set
Orrefors Heart Vase Large
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
The Heart Vase 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
Mid Century Sven Palmqvist Orrefors Pa Expo 1965 Cobalt Blue Flower Vase 9"
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
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
$100 / item
Orrefors Heart Bud Vase
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
The Heart Vase 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. Hear...
Crystal
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
Sven Palmqvist, Sommerso Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-coloured blown glass Sommerso vase designed by Sven Palmqvist and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s.
Blown Glass
Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden, 1953
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful graal vase by Edward Hald, crystal clear with nuances of green. Beautiful underwater motif of fish, where the layers of glass create a lively, wat...
Glass
Vintage Dark-Red Orrefors Glass Vase by Nils Landberg, Mid-Century
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors, 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
Vintage Swedish Glass Bottle by Orrefors, 1970s Design, Decorative Art
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
$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
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
Helen Krantz for Orrefors Green Glass Vase, Scandinavian Modern 1980s
By Orrefors
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Modern ovoid footed glass vase with graphic neck and rim was designed by Helen Krantz for Orrefors Sweden as a part of Salsa series. The vase is done in ...
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
$599Sale Price|20% Off
Nils Landberg Glass Vase and Bowl "Midnight Blue Dusk" for Orrefors, Sweden
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A beautiful and very rare handmade vintage sommerso glass vase and bowl made and signed by talented Nils Landberg for Orrefors glassworks, Sweden in the 1960s. The vase and bowl have...
Glass, Sommerso
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in High Point, NC
A blue blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Nils Landberg for Orrefors Engraved Mermaid Art Deco Glass Vase, signed 1944
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant "Mermaid" Swedish Art Deco Art Glass Vase by famed Swedish glass artist Nils Landberg (1907 - 1981) for Orrefors Glassworks. This heavy hand blown vase faceted beauty feathe...
Blown Glass, Art Glass
Nils Landberg Elongated "Tulip" Vase
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in New York, NY
Delicate and ethereal 'Tulipglas' vase with dramatically elongated, fluting body on a slender column and flaring base. Rose/clear coloration. Designed by Nils Landberg and produced b...
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
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 Modernist Orrefors Intermezzo Blue Crystal Vase
By Orrefors, Rosenthal
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Orrefors crystal vase made in Sweden during the 1980s in a Modernist style. The vase is clearly signed "Orrefors" on the bottom and displays a sculptural blue glass drop li...
Crystal
$1,031Sale Price|20% Off
Miniature Kraka vase by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors Sweden
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
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...
Glass, Sommerso
V Lindstrand - Orrefors, Mermaid Vase, 20th Century
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Clear glass vase engraved with a mermaid motif; the shape of the vase is reminiscent of sea waves Vase on a black glass base, signed Orrefors and Vicke Lindstrand and numbered 122...
Glass
Large 2kg Floral Glass Shell Bowl Ashtray Element by Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass shell bowl, ashtray Producer: Orrefors, Sweden (marked underneath the stand) Age: 1970s Description: Wonderful heavy glass elements designed ...
Glass
Simon Gate for Orrefors Geometric Cut Crystal Vase
By Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in Hammarö, SE
Simon Gate for Orrefors “Tusen Fönster” Cut Crystal Vase An impressive Swedish cut-crystal vase from the celebrated “Tusen Fönster” series, designed by Simon Gate for Orrefors. The ...
Crystal
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
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
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
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
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
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
Midcentury Crystal Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Thick organically shaped crystal vase. Number 3225 designed by Niels Landberg and manufactured at Orrefors in Sweden during the 1950s. The vase is marked, signed and numbered to the ...
Crystal
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
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
Ariel Vase 'Girl and the Dove' by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Ariel Vase 'Girl and the Dove' by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden A heavy vase of the Ariel "Girl with Dove" series designed by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors Sweden in 1946. C...
Art Glass
Large 1, 8kg Sven Palmqvist Lucid Drop Glass Vase for Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: glass vase Design: Sven Palmqvist Producer: Orrefors, Sweden 1970s Age: 1970s Description: Wonderful heavy glass element designed by Sven P...
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
Swedish Modern Rare Bud Vase By Edward Hald for Orrefors Signed Early Production
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
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
$347Sale Price|25% Off
Midcentury Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This red and clear glass vase was designed by Nils Landberg in the mid-1950s and manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden. Due to wear, the signatur...
Blown Glass
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
Midcentury Nils Landberg Orrefors Tall Expo Vase, circa 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Orrefors Expo tall tulip vase designed by Nils Landberg. Wonderful glass with exceptional red color that collaborates with the clear glass. A beaut...
Art Glass
Vintage Etched Tall Bud Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful vintage etched bud vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, circa 1970s. The vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 2.75"D x 15"H and reta...
Art Glass
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
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
$2,062Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fiskgraal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Graal technique, a method involving multiple layers of glass to create intricate patterns. The vase's enchanting blue hue, reminiscent of serene Nordic skies, is achieved through a ...
Glass
Vicke Lindstrand, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in High Point, NC
An organic blown glass vase, model Stella Polaris, designed by Vicke Lindstrand and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Orrefors Scandinavian Modernist Transparent Blown Crystal Glass Bubble Vase 60s
By Orrefors
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful this heavy Scandinavian stunning crystal Orrefors glass vase has incised half and full circles alternating patterns. It is elegant and ...
Blown Glass
Ingeborg Lundin Glass Apple Vase, Orrefors Glassworks, 1957
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
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
Tall 1950s Dark Toned Sommerso Vase Signed Nils Landberg for Orrefors Glass
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
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