Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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.
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Creator: Orrefors
Scandinavian Modern Glass Vase by Orrefors, 1930s
By Orrefors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Glass vase produced at Orrefors in 1930s. Stamp, somewhat torn, and marked "Orrefors" "1932".
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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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. ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Set of 3 Crystal Pieces Art Deco Orrefors Simon Gate Sweden
By Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These three pieces from Orrefors Sweden where designed by Simon Gate in the 1930s. The name of them are "Tusen Fönster" a thousand windows. They are i...
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1950s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Crystal
Orrefors Gin And Tonic Glass 4-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Gin and Tonic from Orrefors has a large, balloon-shaped bowl that holds 22 oz, which provides space for plenty of ice and garnishes, like rosemary or bla...
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2010s German Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Crystal
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 ...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Blown Glass
Scandinavian Modern Glass Vase Orrefors "Haze" Erika Lagerbielke, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful art glass vase "Haze" designed by Erika Lagerbielke and produced at Orrefors, Sweden.
Good condition, signed and labeled
Measures: H 23....
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1990s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
12 "Starry Sky" Art Deco Clear Glass Dessert Plates by Edward Hand for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Stockholm, SE
12 "Starry Sky" Art Deco glass dessert plates by Edward Hand (1883–1980), for Orrefors, one of the most influential glass designers at Orrefors glassworks during the 20th century.
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art 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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Blown Glass, Sommerso
Midcentury Set of 3 Vases and Plate Clear Crystal Glass Orrefors Sweden 1950
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
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...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Nils Landberg Elongated "Tulip" Vase
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
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...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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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...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
1970s Orrefors Swedish 'Puck' Crystal Candle Holder
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, ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Crystal
Mid Century Modern Signed Blue Cased Glass Pitcher. Orrefors Circa 1960
By Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A tall and striking art glass vase by Orrefors, fully hall marked. Cased in a vibrant shade of blue over white this piece is stunning just on its own. In very good vintage condition
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in Kastrup, DK
Edvin Öhrström 1906-1994.
A deep red and clear glass "Ariel" bowl for Orrefors.
Engraved signature to base Edvin Öhrström and Orrefors.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass, Blown 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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Vintage Mid-century Modern Scandinavian Art Glass Vase from Orrefors, 1950s
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This transparent vase was designed by Sven Palmquist for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors during the 1950s. The vase is made of art glass.
Sven Palmquist was born in 1906 in Lenhov...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Tulip Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden ca. 1957
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish 'Tulip' vase with elongated, fluting body on a slender column and flaring base in light red and clear coloration. Designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden i...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Snöljus Snowlight White Art Glass Vase by Ingegerd Råman for Orrefors
By Ingegerd Råman, Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass vase by Orrefors.
Entitled Snöljus or Snowlight.
Designed by Ingegerd Råman.
Together with its Orrefors box.
Bearing an etched signature to the base: Orrefors.
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Vintage Mid-century Modern Swedish Scandinavian Transparent Crystal Tulip Vase
By Jan Johansson, Orrefors
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This Tulip crystal vase was designed by Jan Johansson for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors during the 1970s. Transparent vase made of lead art crystal glass. It is shaped like a tulip...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Crystal
Massive Expo Vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden, 1973
By Orrefors, Olle Alberius
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Massive Expo vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden 1973
A heavy art glass vasel of the Expo series designed by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden in 1973. Orange glass with a very thick crystal clear glass overlay internaly decorated with a black spiral. Signed with: "Orrefors Expo A 247 73 Olle Alberius". Weight 6.6 kilos (14 lb). A rare piece of Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian glass design.
Olle Alberius (1926 - 1993) was a Swedish glass designer...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
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...
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20th Century Swedish Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Orrefors Sense Universal 6 P-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Sense Universal by Orrefors Designs, which holds 9.3 oz, is an all-purpose glass for all beverages, such as beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks.
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2010s German Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
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 ...
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2010s European Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
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 ...
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2010s European Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Orrefors Premier Riesling Zinfandel 2-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Premier Riesling from Orrefors, which holds 14 oz, is designed to emphasize the flavors and aromas of varietal wines, specifically Riesling or Zinfandel. The wine glass is mouth-blow...
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2010s European Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Crystal
Orrefors Sense Sparkling 6-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Sense Sparkling by Orrefors Designs, which holds 8.6 oz, is intended for sparkling beverages like Prosecco, Cava, Spumante, or Champagne. The tulip-shaped bowl allows the aromas in t...
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2010s German Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Crystal
Orrefors Premier Cabernet 2-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Premier Cabernet from Orrefors, which holds 24 oz, is designed to emphasize the flavors and aromas of varietal wines, specifically Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine glass is mouth-blown w...
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2010s European Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Ariel Bowl by Edvin Ohrstrom for Orrefors, Sweden, Signed on Underside
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in Kansas City, MO
Art Glass "Ariel" bowl by Edvin Ohrstrom for Orrefors. Signed on bottom. Excellent condition.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Mona Morales Schildt for Orrefors Bowl
By Mona Morales-Schildt, Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mona Morales Schildt for Orrefors bowl or vase. Beautiful design of 1/2 round circles polished all around. Signed bottom.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Blown Glass
Pair of Heavy Crystal Bowl Vases by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of fine crystal vases bowls by Orrefors of Sweden.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Nils Landberg for Orrefors Crystal Lidded Candy Dish
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful Nils Landberg for Orrefors candy dish was designed in 1966. This candy dish features clear glass with ground decoration of dots and stacked glass disks. The model numb...
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1960s Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Glass
Early Modernist Cut Crystal Ice Bucket by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Early rare cut crystal ice bucket attributed to Orrefors, circa 1950. Great design and repeating pattern. Looks incredible from any angle.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Midcentury Glass Tricket by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, K
Midcentury chrystal glass trincket by Orrefors in Sweden. Signed and numbered.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Vintage Mouth Blown Crystal Glass Vase from Orrefors Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in København K, 84
Rare elegant hand blown glass work from Orrefors in Sweden. Foremost a celebration of pure light and shape in itself but with utility as a vase or pitcher.
The piece is signed and m...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Glass
Gunnar Cyren Blue "Pop" Goblet for Orrefors, circa 1966
By Gunnar Cyren, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Blue glass 'Pop' goblets by Swedish designer Gunnar Cyren, produced by Orrefors, c. 1968. This goblet has a darker blue handle and vase and a beutiful detail around the top rim. Engr...
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1860s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Orrefors were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in sweden during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Kosta Boda, Vicke Lindstrand, and Edward Hald. Prices for Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,800 and can go as high as $2,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,100.
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Questions About Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
- Are all Orrefors signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022If the Orrefors piece was made using the Ariel technique, then yes, the piece will be signed by the artist and will also have a serial number and date code to help specify the production date. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Orrefors designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What country is Orrefors from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Orrefors is from Sweden. The glassworks opened in Orrefors, Småland, in 1898 and began producing drinking vases, drinkware and other home goods in 1913. Shop a range of Orrefors glassware on 1stDibs.
- Is Orrefors Swedish?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Yes, Orrefors is Swedish. The glassworks produces its luxury crystalware at a factory in a village called Orrefors, located in Småland, Sweden. It has operated there since 1898. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Orrefors crystal pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How do you identify Orrefors?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To identify Orrefors, look for a signature on the bottom of the piece. All pieces made after 1930 typically show the Orrefors name, a serial number and the word "Graal," which refers to the technique used to produce the maker's crystalware. You may also see the word "Sweden" or "Suède" on some pieces. Prior to 1947, Orrefors also indicated the year of production under the signature. If you're still uncertain of the authenticity, consider using the services of a certified appraiser. Find a variety of Orrefors pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Orrefors crystal lead free?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether Orrefors crystal is lead-free depends on its age. Since 1951, the brand hasn't used lead in its pieces. Earlier crystal ware may contain lead. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Orrefors crystal glassware and decorative objects.