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.
Swedish Modern sculptural wall sconces in glass by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Lyfa
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of rare Swedish Modern sculptural wall sconces model 1715, in goldcolored glass by Carl Fagerlund, for LYFA, Sweden with Orrefors glass.
Brass
Pair of Glass and Brass Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A sculptural pair of wall lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1970s. Each sconce features a thick, vertically ribbed glass shade with a deeply textured, organic sur...
Brass
Orrefors Swedish Modern Blue Cased Glass Table Lamp Numbered 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Sculptural table lamp produced in Sweden during the 1950s by the celebrated glassworks Orrefors. This piece is a documented model, identified via labeled examples of identical form a...
Brass
Mid-Century Orrefors Glass Panel Hallway Pendant. 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bromma, SE
Swedish Mid-Century Orrefors Bedroom or Stairwell Pendant from the 1960s. Design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The fixture has a Brass Frame with Four Glass Side Panels. The Glass ...
Brass
$719Sale Price|20% Off
Large 1950s Fagerlund for Orrefors Crystal Dome Flush Mount, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar, Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elegant piece of classic Swedish midcentury modern crystal glass artistry designed by the legendary Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in late 1950s-early 1960s. One-piece thick cr...
Crystal, Brass
Striped Frosted Glass & Brass Pendant, Orrefors Sweden 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Orrefors, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual mid-century pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1950s. The light features a combination of brass and a white striped frosted glass lampshade. At the...
Brass
$393Sale Price / item|43% Off
1 of 6 Vitrika Golden Glass, Brass Wall Lights, Denmark 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Vitrika, Orrefors, Lyfa
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Danish modern double wall lights of solid golden art glass on shiny brass mount. Produced by Danish Vitrika with Orrefors glass in the 1960s. 8 items available, price per item. Wired...
Brass
Pair of Crystal Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors 2 Pairs available.
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous set of 2 large 1960's Crystal sconces designed by carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The beautiful crystal bubble patterned glass is formed in a half circle which sits on a mi...
Crystal, Brass
Carl Fagerlund Vintage Pair of Glass Wall Sconces by Orrefors in Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of expresive wall sconces by the Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund. They are manufactured for the Danish Lamp Company Lyfa by Swedish Orrefors in the 1960s. The sconces are made o...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp / Pendant - Orrefors - Brass and glass flowers - 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely ceiling lamp with a center in brass with assembled glass flowers from Orrefors mounted on the centerpiece. It is 17,5 cm (7") high and about 20 cm (8") in diameter.
Tin
Mid-Century Modern Curvaceous Bright Yellow Glass Table Lamp by Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Curvaceous and vibrant, this Mid-Century Modern table lamp by Orrefors boasts a stunning bright yellow hue. The metallic section below the lamp fixture features an engraved "ORREFORS" mark, showcasing its authenticity. Handcrafted at Orrefors in the style of PO Ström...
Stained Glass
Pair of Glass and Brass Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Karis, Nyland
This pair of wall lights features thick, textured glass panels mounted on patinated brass backplates. The glass is richly molded with an organic, almost architectural relief that cat...
Brass
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
Pair of Rare Wall Sconces by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s
By Belysning, Orrefors, 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
Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, a pair of pendant lamps, brass & glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Forserum, SE
A pair of Mid-Century Modern pendant lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors in the 1960s. Crafted from brass, each lamp features six square glass prisms...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Glass & Brass Pendant, Fagerhult/Orrefors, Scandinavian Modern
By Fagerhult, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pendant with brass base and glass by Orrefors. Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Fagerhult, Sweden mid-1900s. Measures: Two are available, height 55 and 110 cm. A few smaller sig...
Brass
Pair of Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sconces, 4 Pairs Available
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of shield form crystal sconces with a stylized embossed crocodile pattern on satin brass frames. Professionally rewired for use in the USA.
Crystal, Brass
Brass Structured Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with heavy pressed glass elements fitted with 6 E27 sockets. Manufactured in Sweden by Orrefors and designed in the 1960s by Carl Orrefors. Perfect original condition.
Brass
Pair of Large Glass Table Lamps Model RD 1319 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Karis, Nyland
A rare pair of large table lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, model RD 1319. Each lamp features a sculptural glass form with an internal smoke-grey tone encased in thick ...
Metal, Brass
$1,250
Pendant by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa mid-20th century. Measures: Diameter 10.25", height 8.25", drop 41". Existing wiring, we do not guaranty fu...
Metal
1960s Small Crystal & Brass Cylinder Chandelier by Orrefors for Tyringe, Sweden.
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1, Orrefors
Located in Bromma, SE
Brass and Crystal Tubes Pendant by Tyringe Konsthantverk (Tyringe Crafts), Sweden. The Crystal Glass made by Swedish Orrefors. 1960's. Hand blown bedroom / stairwell / hallway / kitc...
Brass
1960s Crystal and Brass Ceiling Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors , Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Ceiling lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund, manufactured by Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s. This elegant fixture features a brass frame combined with intricately textured crystal glass, creati...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 19” H x 16” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 2.75” H...
Brass
Art Deco glass ceiling pendant mod. 939 by Bertil Brisborg/Carl fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Hägersten, SE
Swedish modern ceiling pendant model 939 designed by Bertil Brisborg & Carl Fagerlund. The lamp produced by Nordiska Kompaniet and the glass made by Orrefors glasshut. The glass sign...
Brass
$2,800Sale Price|50% Off
Swedish Orrefors Crystal 1950s Mid Century Pendant Flush Chandelier
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Swedish Mid Century 1950s crystal and brass 22” Wide pendant or flush light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. 5 candelabra light sockets. Newly Rewired
Crystal, Brass
Ceiling Lamp Chandelier with Green Grasses by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks. Ceiling lamp with hardwood suspension, six shades of olive green glass and inner glass of clear, double-corrugated glas...
Brass
Pair of Carl Fagerlund Brass and Orrefors Glass Wall Sconces
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Carl Fagerlund Manufacturer: Orrefors, Lyfa Era: 1950s Materials: Glass, brass Dimensions: 15.75 diameter.
Brass
Glass and Brass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden 20th Century
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Utrecht, NL
Many museums, churches and headquarters of large companies house the work of lighting designer Carl Fagerlund. Initially an instructor of illustration, Fagerlund shifted into the wor...
Brass
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass, fitted with six E14 sockets, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass
Pair of Carl Fagerlund Vintage Ceiling Lamps by Orrefors Sweden, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A pair of ceiling lamps by the Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, made in the 1960s. The lampshades are made of pressed heavy translucent glass. The inside frame is made...
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Pendant by Simon Gate or Edward Hald, Swedish Grace, Orrefors 1920-30s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful art deco brass and amber coloured glass shade with cut decorations representing Swedish grace from the 1920s-1930s. Manufactured by Orrefors. The original amber coloured ...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Pendant of Dark Green Glass with Brass Sweden 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage glass pendant by the Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Manufactured in the 1960s. The lamp is made with a core of pressed translucent glass covered by a hexagon...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Mottled Glass & Brass Leaf Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Designed by renowned Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors around 1960, this pair of mid-century modernist sconces exemplifies the elegance and innovation of the period. The m...
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
Midcentury Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of burgundy red glass table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Heavy glass bases with a somewhat undulating shape and brass detail at the top. Very elegant with movement in t...
Glass
Swedish Grace Crystal Chandelier by Edward Hald, Orrefors, Sweden, 1920s
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning chandelier by Edward Hald, made from crystal glass. Beautiful amber color that creates a soft glow. Etched decor of nude reclining women among stars, flowers and fish...
Glass
Swedish Green Tinted Glass & Brass Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
Elegant pendant lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Swedish glass company Orrefors, 1960s Sweden. Hexagon shaped with green tinted glass with an internal diffuser in clear pressed gl...
Brass
Pair of Orrefors crystal pendant lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa, Denmark 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Lyfa
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Elegant pair of Orrefors crystal pendants by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa. Mid-century modern Scandinavian chandeliers featuring a refined brass frame paired with thick textured crystal s...
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Pendant With Starry Sky Decor, 1940s
By Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Orrefors Saturnus pendant from the 1940s. Opaline glass globe with a large Saturn disc of clear glass with a lovely silkscreened decor of a starry sky. Very nice original condit...
Chrome
A pair of Orrefors Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Plates by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in London, GB
A pair of Orrefors glass wall sconces with brass plates by Carl Fagerlund for lighting company Lyfa. Rewired with new brass fittings and PAT tested. Price is per pair
Brass
Mid-Century Orrefors Glass & Brass Hallway Pendant. 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bromma, SE
Rare Orrefors Mid-Century Glass Pendant with decorative Brass Outer Band. Design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1960s. Perfect Mid Century Statement Bedroom or Stairwell Penda...
Brass
Swedish Orrefors Crystal 1950s Mid Century Pendant Flush Chandelier
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 1950s crystal and brass 22” Wide pendant or flush light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. 5 candelabra light sockets. Newly Rewired
Crystal, Brass
A Glass and Brass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A large glass and brass pendant designed by Carl Faugerlund for Swedish maker Orrefors. The glass cast in 8 sections, each concealing a medium socket, supported by a single patinated...
Brass
Pair of Glass Pendants by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
These green scandinavian glass pendant lamps were produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. The outer glass has a light green hue, the inne...
Brass
A pair of pendants by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of vintage chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960. Clear textured glass and brass. Measures: Diameter 48cm. Existing European wiring, rewiring available...
Brass
$1,400Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of Orrefors Carl Fagerlund Crystal 1950s Swedish Wall Lamps
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A luxurious pair of 1950s Swedish clear crystal wall lamps with thick glass shades and aged brass fixtures and decorative fittings by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Rewired. Candelabra...
Crystal, Brass
Swedish Green Tinted Glass & Brass Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Genarp, SE
Beautiful and elegant pendant lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Swedish glass company Orrefors. The lamp has been produced during the 1960s.
Brass
Pair of Pendant Light by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Brown and Bubble Glass
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A rare pair of elegant pendant lights in smoke/brown colored glass with brass details from world famous Orrefors Glas and designed by renowned glassware designer Carl Fagerlund. Dime...
Brass
Midcentury Orrefors Crystal Brass Ceiling Lamp, Carl Fagerlund, 1970s, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury crystal glass and brass ceiling light fixture, circa mid-1970s. Made at Orrefors and Designed by Carl Fagerlund. This lovely ex...
Crystal, Brass
Swedish Grace Ceiling Light, Simon Gate, Orrefors, Sweden, 1920s
By Orrefors, Simon Gate
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful flush mount ceiling light by Simon Gate, in a Swedish Grace design. Blue colored frosted glass with a glass bell hanging from the bottom. Lovely brass decorative details.
Brass
Midcentury Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden RD, 1566
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Table lamps in crystal, model RD 1566 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps have a white color with clear glass, and chrome details. A wonderful handcrafted. Good worki...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Glass & Brass Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern chandelier was realized by the esteemed designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in Sweden, circa 1960. It features a convex domed shade with undulating ...
Brass
A pair of table lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of table lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. Colored glass and brass. Glass base dimensions: 3 1/8"; x 3 1/8 x 13 3/4";. Existing European wiring, re-wir...
Art Glass
$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
A Pair of Turquoise Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of magnificent turquoise glass table lamps with brass collars by designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. These model RD1304 l...
Crystal, Brass
$988 / item
Sconce by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E14 socket, crystal glasses fixed with two screws. Designed by Carl Fagerlund in Sweden in 1960s for Orrefors glassworks. Price per sconce.
Crystal, Brass
$1,875Sale Price|25% Off
Large Wall Light by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large vintage wall light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950. Crystal glass with brass hardware. (3) Edison style bulbs.
Blown Glass
Orrefors Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund Crystal and Brass, Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Carl Fagerlund design for Orrefors chandelier on a heavy hand built brass frame thick Swedish crystal glass on a hand built brass frame, eight Edison sockets . Direct delivery can b...
Crystal, Brass
$1,822Sale Price / item|20% Off
Orrefors Brass and Crystal Ceiling Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A beautiful and rare pair of vintage Orrefors ceiling lamps, designed by Carl Fagerlund in the 1960s. These iconic pieces combine the elegance of Scandinavian design with the excepti...
Crystal, Brass
$1,400Sale Price|50% Off
Orrefors Swedish Crystal Carl Fagerlund 1960s Mid Century Flush Ceiling Pendant
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful luxurious 1950s Swedish crystal and brass flush pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. 4 candelabra light sockets . Rewired.
Crystal, Brass
Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 7 pressed glass elements, fitted with E27 sockets up to 100watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass