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.
Gorgeous 1960s Glass and Brass Pendant Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning Scandinavian ceiling pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, combining timeless elegance with exceptional craftsmanship. The fixture features a soli...
Metal, Brass
Edward Hald for Orrefors Chandelier in Brass and Glass
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Hald for Orrefors chandelier, 'HD 8532', Sweden, 1940s Elegant chandelier designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors in the 1940s. Model HD 8532 features a finely crafted glass sha...
Brass
Set of Six Danish Modern Wall Lights by Vitrika, Golden Art Glass & Brass, 1960s
By Orrefors, Vitrika, Lyfa, Fog & Mørup
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. Price for all six pieces. Wired for EU ...
Brass
$88Sale Price / item|25% Off
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Chandelier/Sconces Replacement Ice Glass Lamp Shades
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Andernach, DE
Individual Murano glass lamp shades (colourless) of a Carl Fagerlund chandelier. Bubbly frosted Acanthus leaves. They are part of an originally 10 armed Orrefors Chandelier and this ...
Murano Glass
Pair of Green Glass Disc 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
$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
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Brass and Textured Glass Chandelier 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, chandelier, brass and glass, Sweden, 1960s. An elegant chandelier featuring a wide bowl composed of beautifully textured glass elements, arranged in a r...
Brass
Danish Modern Wall Lights by Vitrika, Golden Art Glass & Brass, 1960s
By Fog & Mørup, Vitrika, Lyfa, Orrefors
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. 6 items available, price per item. Wire...
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
Pair of Carl Fagerlund Textured Glass Wall Lights for Orrefors, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A remarkable pair of sculptural wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, in the 1970s. Elegant, atmospheric and beautifully crafted, these sconces embody the re...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Ruby Red Glass Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking mid-century modern table lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. This sculptural piece features a vivid ruby red glass core encased in thick, clea...
Art Glass
1950s, Chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An elegant six-arm chandelier in solid brass, featuring textured Orrefors art glass shades. Each cylindrical glass shade is richly detailed with a bubbled surface, creating a sparkli...
Brass
Clear Glass & Brass Ceiling Light by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in San Francisco, CA
A brass and clear glass flush mount designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors. New wiring. New sockets. Takes 6 bulbs.
Brass
Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Karlstad, SE
Striking set of wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1970s. The lamps feature thick, sculptural glass elements mounted on brass backplates, creating a rich inte...
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
1 of the 12 Brass Wall Lights by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful large set of high end wall lights with one glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl F...
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of dark blue 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 the ...
Glass
1 of the 4 Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
Fantastic pair of mid-century nice textured glass wall lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Height: 11 inches / 28 cm Width: 4.5 inches / 11,5 cm Depth: 2.8 inches / 7 cm Weight: ...
Brass
Pair of Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Refined pair of Swedish table lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors in the 1960s. These lamps exemplify Fagerlund’s distinctive approach to glass design—combining...
Art Glass
Exceptionally Large-Scaled Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glass Chandelier
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, very large chandelier, glass, brass, Sweden, 1950s/1960s A majestic Swedish Mid-Century chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors. ...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Wall Lights, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of glass and brass wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 7.75" H x 8.25" W x 4.75" D Backplate Dimensi...
Brass
$790 / item
Glass Pendant Lamp from the 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame fitted with one E27 socket, six pressed glass elements. Made in Sweden by Orrefors in the 1970s.
Brass
1 of 3 pairs of Carl Fagerlund Pendant Lamps for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Carl Fagerlund pendant lamps 1960s for Orrefors. Two pairs available. To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concerning local requirem...
Glass
Swedish Green Tinted Glass & Brass Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
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
Green Glass Pendant Lamp By Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare square shaped green glass and clear glass (inside) both connected with a teak pole. Designed in the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks in Sweden. Light grey tinted...
Brass
Midcentury "Arsenal" Ceiling Light, Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors, Sweden, 1937
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stunning ceiling light by Vicke Lindstrand, model called “Arsenal”. Six glass discs with etched lines enclose an amber colored center. Chrome details.
Metal
Rotonda Green And Pressed Glass Pendant Lamp By Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Rotonda Hanging Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa, 1960s shaped green glass and clear glass (inside). Designed in the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks in Sweden. L...
Brass
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction chrome-plated with pressed glass elements, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Nickel Glass Flush Mount Fixture
By Lyfa, Orrefors
Located in Roslyn, NY
A beautiful Scandinavian Modern brushed nickel and textured glass light fixture by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors / Lyfa, Sweden, manufacture...
Nickel
$942Sale Price|42% Off
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Gilded Brass, Chandelier
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Wien, Au
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, gilded brass, chandelier Original condition.
Brass
Chromed Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass chrome-plated frame with glass elements, fitted with 6 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass, Chrome
Glass Wall Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Paris, IDF
Carl Fagerlund, wall lamps, made by Orrefors around 1960. Cast glass and brass. For one light source each. Good vintage overall condition. Electrical function not tested. 6 wall ligh...
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
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
1 of the 10 Brass Wall Lights by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
; A beautiful large set of high end wall lights with one glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Ca...
Crystal, Brass
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
1 of the 5 Pair of Brass Wall Scones by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful large set of high end wall lights with one glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl F...
Brass
Pair of Modernist Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful pair of modern wall lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors made in the 1980s. They are made of brass and ice glass. The back is mad...
Brass
Exceptional Pair of Orrefors Heavy Crystal Table Lamps with Polished Nickel Hard
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bochum, NRW
Exceptional Pair of Orrefors Heavy Crystal Table Lamps with Polished Nickel Hardware An exceptional pair of thick, relief‑cut crystal table lamps by Orrefors, showcasing the sculptur...
Crystal
Pair of Glass and Brass Wall Lights by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A striking pair of sculptural wall lights designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1970s, featuring richly textured clear glass shades mounted on brass backplates with beautifu...
Brass
$3,443 / set
Pair of Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of crystal glass table lamps by Carl Fagerlund, made from dark blue colored glass in a tapering conical shape, almond shaped at the base. Beautiful translucent color, elegant de...
Glass
Crystal Glass Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass chromed with six glass elements and fitted with E27 socket. Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks in Sweden in the 1960s. The total length can be customized.
Crystal, Brass, Chrome
$546Sale Price / item|20% Off
Carl Fagerlund Wall Sconce for Orrefors, Glass & Brass, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
1960s Scandinavian mid-century modern wall light with thick, textured glass and brass details by acclaimed Swedish lighting designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Mounted on small met...
Metal
Mid-Century Modernist Flush Mount Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modernist flush mount chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. This flush mount features a stunning pressed glass dome with a slight scalloped top that has accentuated ...
Brass
$1,790Sale 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
Pair of Brass Wall Lights by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful pair of high end wall lights with one glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerl...
Brass
Scandinavian Glass Pendant by Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Karlstad, SE
An elegant pendant lamp by Orrefors, crafted in the 1950s, combining timeless design with expert craftsmanship. The lamp features a striking dual-layered glass shade: the outer shade...
Metal
Orrefors, Table Lamp, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A glass table lamp produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.5"H x 5.0"W x 6.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.1"...
Glass
$3,800 / set
Pair of Orrefors Sapphire Blue Lamps
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bottle form sapphire blue crystal lamps with adjustable polished brass double clusters and silk rayon cords. The height to the top of the glass ...
Crystal, Brass
Carl Fagerlund Chandelier for Orrefors Sweden Textured Acanthus Glass Leaves
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in St. Louis, MO
Carl Fagerlund chandelier or pendant for Orrefors Swedenm with four clear textured Murano Acanthus glass form leaves, with brass frame, center support and chain. Takes four candle si...
Brass
Pair of Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of table lamps in glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s.
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Cylinder Pendants by Carl Fagerlund, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These stunning Mid-Century Swedish modern cylinder pendant was designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in the 1960s.Clear textured crystal with scalloped edges and great han...
Crystal, Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 12.0"H x 13.5"...
Brass
$5,000 / set
A pair of Chandeliers by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950. Textured clear glass with three Edison style sockets. Existing wiring. Rewiring available upon request. Price is for the pair .
Art Glass
Brass and Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with pressed glass elements fitted with 4 E27 sockets. Manufactured in Sweden by Orrefors and designed in the 1960s by Carl Orrefors. Perfect original condition.
Brass
Midcentury Modern Bubble Crystal Rare Table Lamp Orrefors Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury large and rare modern bubble/drop table lamp design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden. The bubble crystal glass with an all-new cotton shade gives a great ...
Crystal
Nils Landberg Loden Green Crystal Table Lamps, Sweden, 1970
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in New York, NY
Striking pair of dark loden green crystal lamps encased in clear crystal with polished nickel hardware. Rewired for use in the USA. Uses 100W max bulbs.
Crystal, Nickel
$1,544Sale Price|20% Off
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
Mid-Century Modern Curvaceous Bright Yellow Glass Table Lamp by Orrefors, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
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
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