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.
Vintage 4" Orrefors Sweden Tulip Shaped Bowl Candy Dish Vase by Helen Krantz (A)
By Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage 4" Orrefors Sweden Tulip Shaped Bowl Candy Dish Vase by Helen Krantz (A). Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 4" H x 5.5" Diameter
Glass
Mid-Century Glass Bowl from Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Glass Bowl from Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark Additional information: Materials: Glass Color...
Glass
$110Sale Price|35% Off
Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Mid-century Modern Clear Crystal Corona Bowl, 1970s
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This crystal Corona Bowl was designed by Lars Hellsten for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors in the 1970s. Made of high-quality artistic crystal in the shape...
Crystal
Mid Century Danish Sculptural Teak Bowl, Handcrafted in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful patinated bowl in teak. Handcrafted in 1960s Suits the modern interior.
Teak
Large Danish Modern Carved Teakwood Fruit / Serving Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish hand carved teak serving / fruit bowl with exquisite grain and an impressive size: H: 5.13" x L: 18.63" x D: 11. Excellent, vintage condition with only a few light spots of f...
Teak
Midcentury Art Glass Bowl, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
In good original condition.
Art Glass
$823
H 3.55 in Dm 11.62 in
Wilhelm Kåge Green & Brown Stoneware Dish, Bowl, Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Elegant dish, bowl by Wilhelm Kåge from the “KAPA” series. The design was a collaboration between Kåge and three colleagues Björn Alskog, Axel Pettersson, and Birger Arvidsson. Desig...
Stoneware
$795
H 2 in W 8.5 in D 5.5 in
1950s Danish Teak Freeform Carved Nut Bowl Table Centerpiece Vintage Modern
By Finn Juhl
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Obscure Danish Design Company, AL-BO. Highly finished, thin walled Teak wedge-shaped bowl.
Teak
$82
H 5.52 in W 4.73 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Blue Decorative Glass Basket Frill Bowl, Drost, Europe, 1960s
By Jan Sylwester Drost
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Decorative blue basket bowl designed by Jan Sylwester Drost in 1960s from Poland. Bowl is in very good vintage condition, no damage or cracks. Original glass. Beautiful piece for eve...
Ceramic, Glass
Ocher Murano Glass Bowl, Hand-Blown, Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
A beautiful ocher murano hand-blown glass bowl. This item shows all the mastery of Italian glassblowers. It is simple yet unique example of midcentury modern design. In perfect cond...
Murano Glass
Lalique Style French Crystal Candy Dish with Handle
By Lalique
Located in Miami, FL
Lalique Style French Crystal Candy Dish with Handle, French Crystal Candy Dish with Handle, in the Style of Lalique French Molded Glass Candy Basket attributed to Lalique Elegant vintage French crystal handled bowl in the style of Lalique, featuring beautifully frosted floral details in high relief. The frosted rose motifs and intricately cut edges create a striking contrast with the clear crystal body, reflecting light with refined brilliance. Unmarked. Perfect as a candy dish, centerpiece, this crystal dish will grace your table and delight your guests. Used as a decorative accent, this charming crystal basket can also be used to hold floating candles...
Crystal
Vintage Mexican Terracotta Bowl
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful vintage Mexican terracotta bowl with two handles, a ruffled lip, two large drip glazed splotches inside. The exterior is unglazed. Perfect f...
Terracotta
$180Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.5 in W 8.25 in D 8.25 in
1960s Cathrineholm of Holland Avocado Green Enamelware Bowl Mid Century Modern
By Cathrineholm
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Cathrineholm green bowl holland. Modern mid-century bowl in a square shape with round corners. Avocado Green. Signed by maker. Dimensions: 3.5 H x 8.25 W x...
Enamel
$380Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.13 in Dm 6.13 in
Vintage French Crystal Candy Dish, Amber and Clear, Mid-20th Century
Located in Miami, FL
Lovely vintage French crystal candy dish or bowl. Decorated with amber hues giving a great contrast to the clear crystal. Use this bowl fo...
Crystal
Orrefors, Lars Hellsten, Orion Crystal / Glass Bowl, Sweden, 20th Century
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in Chatham, ON
Orrefors (Manufacturer) - Lars Hellsten (Designer) - Orion (Product Line / Name) - Vintage Scandinavian clear crystal / glass bowl - original applied sticker and etched signature to ...
Crystal
Sold
H 4 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Vintage 4" Orrefors Sweden Tulip Shaped Bowl Candy Dish Vase by Helen Krantz (B)
By Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage 4" Orrefors Sweden Tulip Shaped Bowl Candy Dish Vase by Helen Krantz (B). Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 4" H x 5.5" Diameter
Glass
Orrefors Crystal Candy Nut Dish
By Orrefors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Orrefors crystal candy nut dish - multi faceted dish suitable as a decorative piece on your cocktail table or for serving at your party or bar!
Vicke Lindstrand 'Platina' Bowl
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Clear glass bowl with battuto (hammered) technique designed by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, c. 1950. Incised signature, "Orrefors L-? 2253/4."
Two Orrefors Lead Crystal Bowls by Olle Alberius
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Bellport, NY
In immaculate condition, two heavy crystal Orrefors Bowls or Vases from Sweden, designed by Olle Alberius. Sold as a pair. The measurements listed are for the larger bowl. The small...