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.
Vicke Lindstrand, "Stella Polaris" Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass "Stella Polaris" vase designed by Vicke Lindstrand and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Blown Glass
Triangular Orrefors Sommerso Vase by Nils Landberg, 1950s
By Murano 5, Mazzega, Nils Landberg, Orrefors, Flygfors Glass
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
Vicke Lindstrand, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
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
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
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
The 'Äpplet' 'Apple' Vase Sculpture by Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors Expo, 1957
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
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
Midcentury Nils Landberg Orrefors Pair of Vases, circa 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These two pieces was produced in Sweden at Orrefors and design by Nils Landberg Early 1950s Wonderful clear glass crystal with exceptional shape. Good condition Measures: H 2...
Art Glass
Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1950s Glass Vase Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors. Hald was active at the Swedish Glass maker Orrefors between 1917-1978 and was a prolific Swedish glass designer who featured during the World exhibition in Paris in 1925 where the Swedish pavilion was a success. He is especially known for his engraved designs. Very good vintage condition with Orrefors engraved...
Glass
Sven Palmqvist, Sommerso Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-coloured blown glass Sommerso vase designed by Sven Palmqvist and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s.
Blown Glass
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Gift Idea Edvin Öhrström for Orrefors Sculptural Hand-Blown Organic Glass Vase
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in Bochum, NRW
🎁 Gift Idea: Edvin Öhrström for Orrefors - Sculptural Hand-Blown Glass Bowl with Organic Form A masterwork of Scandinavian glass artistry, this sculptural bowl was designed by Edvi...
Crystal
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
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
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
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
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
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
$200 / item
Orrefors Glacial Vase Small
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Glacial Vase from Orrefors is made of thick, crystal-clear glass inspired by the edges of an iceberg as it rises to the surface. The object delivers elegance to any home as a decorat...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modernist Slender Smoked Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
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
Tree of Live Art Glass Vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden 1977
By Orrefors, Olle Alberius
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
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 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
Unique Vicke Lindstrand Orrefors Crystal Vase with Cut Leaf Pattern, Signed LU 1
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
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
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
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
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
Vintage Etched Tall Bud Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
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
Swedish Grace Crystal Glass Vase Stella Polaris by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Grythyttan, SE
The Orrefors Stella Polaris Mouth Blown Crystal Vase, designed in 1936 by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, is an exquisite example of vintage art glass. ...
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
Art Deco / Swedish Grace Set of 4 Glass Vessels Simon Gate Orrefors Sweden 1920s
By Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This pieces where made at Orrefors Sandvik and designed by Simon Gate in the 1920s-1930s Sweden. The have light brown tone in the glass. Wonderful shapes and lines. Good vintage co...
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
Orrefors Purple Sommerso Glass Vase, Mid-Century Scandinavian Style
By Orrefors
Located in Bochum, NRW
Beautiful purple glass vase made by Orrefors Sweden, realized in Sommerso technique, original manufacturer label to the front, signed and numbered to the bottom. Excellent condition....
Art Glass
$1,055Sale 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...
Sommerso, Glass
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
Sven Palmqvist, "Kraka" Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-coloured blown glass "Kraka" vase designed by Sven Palmqvist and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s.
Blown Glass
Fine Crystal Perfume Bottle With Faceted Stopper By Orrefors, Sweden. c1980's
By Orrefors
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Beautiful and pure, crystal clear perfume bottle by Orrefors, Sweden Unusually faceted, cut crystal stopper completes this most appealing piece Circa 1980's Height with stopper 3.5 ...
Crystal
Tall 1950s Dark Toned Sommerso Vase Signed Nils Landberg for Orrefors Glass
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
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
$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
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
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Massive Ariel Vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden, 1987
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Massive ariel vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden 1987 A heavy art glass vase of the Ariel Cloud series designed by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden in 1978. Blue and lightblue glass with a very thick crystal clear glass overlay internaly decorated with a pattern depicting clouds, wind and rain. Signed with company lable and incised signature 'Orrefors 939590 Olle Alberius Ariel Gallery 7-87' on the bottom. Weight 5,25 kilos (11.2 lb). A rare piece of Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian glass design. Olle Alberius (1926 - 1993) was a Swedish glass designer...
Art 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
Nils Landberg for Orrefors Smoke Gray Glass "Sommerso" Vase c.1950
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
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
Vintage Kraka Vase by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Kraka Vase by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors, Sweden A large vase of the Kraka (fishnet) series designed by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors Sweden in 1954. Kraka refers to a Nordic...
Art Glass
1970's careved glass showing a young woman watching stars signed Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Nice Crystal vase showing a young woman watching stars Circa 1970's By Orrefors Sweden
Crystal
Vase/Sculpture ‘The Apple’ Designed by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Ingeborg Lundin
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
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
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
$355Sale 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
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
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
$450Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Thick and 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 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
$2,110Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fiskgraal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
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
Swedish Art Deco Glass Vase with Couple by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, 1930s.
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
Located in Asaa, DK
Swedish Art Deco Glass Vase with Couple by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, 1930s. Large and impressive clear Art Deco vase with engraved motif of a nude young couple embracing underw...
Glass
Nils Landberg, "Tulip Glass" Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
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
Edvard Hald for Orrefors Graal Glass Fish Vase 1954
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Toledo, OH
Art glass fish vase by Edvard (Edward) Hald for Orrefors in clear glass with green fish and plants created using the Graal method, which was developed by Orrefors in 1916. This type ...
Glass, Art 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
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
Rare Modernist Orrefors Intermezzo Blue Crystal Vase
By Rosenthal, Orrefors
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