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.
Blue Crystal Glass Table Lamp model RD 1566 by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This exquisite mid-century modern table lamp model RD 1566 by Orrefors showcases the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design. Designed by Carl Fagerlund and handcrafted from high-qu...
Stained Glass
Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Crystal glass flush mount ceiling light by Carl Fagerlund, in thick quality with scalloped edges and a watered look. Brass ceiling cup and decorative details.
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
Stunning Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Textured Glass Sconce, Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A stunning sconce comprised of a single piece of heavily textured ice glass in serrated and crested wave form. Found on an estate sale in Gothenburg, Sweden. Gorgeous thick glass wit...
Metal
Wonderful Mid Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Brass Art Glass Orrefors Fixture
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Art Glass Flush With 3 Internal Lights
Brass
Pair of Crystal Clear Glass Table lamps by Olle Alberius, Orrefors, Sweden
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare pair of table lamps in solid, clear Orrefors crystal, designed by Olle Alberius around 1970. Each lamp features chrome fittings and is signed by both the designer and the glas...
Crystal, Chrome
Carl Fagerlund Floor Lamp in Orange and Clear Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant and sculptural floor lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, in the 1960s. The lamp features alternating sections of clear and orange-hued textured glass, arran...
Art Glass
Edward Hald Ceiling Light, Peach Glass & Metal, Swedish Design, 1920s
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful ceiling light by Edward Hald, made with diluted peach colored glass and oxidized metal. Decorative cut zigzag pattern and scalloped edge.
Glass
Pair of Rare Wall Sconces by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s
By Gert Nystrom, Belysning, Orrefors
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
$1,503Sale Price / item|20% Off
Carl Fagerlund Bubble Texture Wall Sconce, Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Stunning bubble textured crystal wall sconces by Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk. Manufactured in the small town of Orrefors in Sweden in the 1950s. Beautifully...
Crystal, Brass
$6,500 / set
Orrefors Crystal Lamp
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Stunning clear lamp that has a sculptural quality about it. Created by Orrefors Crystal, this lamp has an hourglass form, with a textured appearance, almost like ice. It has been rec...
Crystal
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
Swedish Modern Glass & Brass Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Karis, Nyland
Elegant and sculptural Swedish Modern chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s. This striking ceiling light features a beautifully textured, hand-blow...
Brass
$2,200Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of 1950s Swedish Crystal Orrefors Carl Fagerlund Mid Century Table Lamps
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of luxurious heavy clear hour glass shaped crystal table lamps with polished nickel sockets and fittings by famed Swedish maker , Orrefors. Newly Rewired with silk cords. 15” to...
Crystal, Nickel
Midcentury Pair of Crystal Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
A nice pair of vintage table lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. Made in Crystal glass, with cuts in the glass. They are both signed in the bottom with Orrefors ...
Crystal
Large White Crystal Glass Table Lamps, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, 1960, Set of 2
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This exquisite pair of Mid-Century Modern table lamps by Orrefors showcases the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design. Designed by Carl Fagerlund and handcrafted from high-quality...
Stained Glass
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Göteborg, SE
Add a touch of timeless sophistication to your living space with this Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. A true representation of Scandinavian cra...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund Set of Three Glass Pendant Lights by Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
A set of three elegant pendant lamps from the 1960s, designed by Carl Fagerlund, executed by Orrefors Sweden. Beautiful frosted glass-lampshades with nickel-plated hardware. Recently...
Nickel
$9,000 / item
Chandelier by Edward Hald
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare chandelier by Edward Hald, Orrefors, 1930s. Clear Rio brown glass plate and four glass pillars in light-brown glass with engraved and blasted geometr...
Cut Glass
Timeless gilded chandelier made of crystal glass by Orrefors Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hannover, DE
I'm so excited to tell you about this beautiful piece! It's a 1970s-era, handcrafted, gold-plated, and absolutely stunning. It was made by the renowned Swedish company Orrefors, and ...
Gold Plate
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of table lamps in crystal, model RD1323 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps have a stunning coral red colour with brass details. Condition: Excellent original ...
Brass
Midcentury Modern Sculptural Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Table lamp in crystal, model RD1566 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps have a stunning black color with brass details. The intensity of the crystal glass and its colo...
Crystal
Rare Scandinavian / Midcentury Modern table lamp with Orrefors glass and brass
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare table lamp with Orrefors glass and brass designed by Carl Fagerlund, Scandinavian / Midcentury Modern, In good coondition, smaller signs of age and use. Original wiring, we rec...
Brass
$1,300Sale Price|50% Off
Orrefors Carl Fagerlund Swedish Crystal 1950s Mid Century Wall Lamps
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1950s Swedish Mid Century polished brass sconces with crystal cup shades. Rewired. Designed by Carl Fegerlund for Orrefors.
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish desk lamp with a new white round shade, made of hand blown clear Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and pro...
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of cool and luxurious table lamps by Carl Fagerlund, made in beautiful raspberry red and clear glass. Tapering shape with a triangular base. Slightly frosted surface with struct...
Glass
A 10-Light Glass Chandelier by Fritz Kurz for Orrefors
By Fritz Kurz, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A 10-light chandelier by Fritz Kurz for Orrefors. The ten rope twist arms are mounted each with a scallop edge uplight shade, each concealing an Edison socket. The scalloped dish wit...
Glass
Set of Brass Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa, 1960s, Denmark
By Lyfa, Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of classic brass sconces with glass shades designed by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa in the 1960s. * Pair of (2) brass sconces with thick clear glass shades * Designer: Carl Fagerlund...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Orrefors, Ice Glass & Brass, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing wall lamp from Orrefors. The central detail of the lamp is the large ice glass element, which covers almost the entire front. The glass consists of prism-shaped rods, which...
Metal
An Orrefors Glass and Brass Flush Mount
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
An octagonal brass and glass flush mount by Swedish maker Orrefors. The bottom diffuser with heavily textured glass with abstract motifs, and textured rosettes on the sides, secured ...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund Tall Vintage Lamp of Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Very tall Carl Fagerlund table or floor lamp made by Orrefors in the 1960s. The spectacular lamp base is made of clear and amber colored glass in layers. Included is a new lamps...
Glass, Fabric
1 of the 3 piars Glass Leaf Wall Scones by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful high end wall lights with a glass shade and brass frame. The light fixtures are produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Beau...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lights by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern pair of Swedish small ceiling lights, lamps made of hand blown smoked Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors in good conditi...
Metal, Brass
Large Amber Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Orrefors, 1960s
By Gustav Leek, Orrefors
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Mid-Century Modern Amber Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s Striking and sculptural, this mid-century modern table lamp with brass features was designed by ...
Brass
Midcentury Table Lamps Orrefors Teak and Glass Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful midcentury lamps in teak and glass. Good working condition with all new shades. Dimensions H 33 cm without shades and 58 with shades. Base diameter 12 cm and the shades ...
Glass, Teak
$3,800 / set
Pair of Bottle Green Crystal Lamps by Orrefors
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bottle green crystal glass lamps by Nils Landberg for Orrefors. The lamps have been newly rewired with adjustable polished brass double clusters that take standard light b...
Crystal
$1,800Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of Carl Fagerland Orrefors Bubble Crystal Wall Lights 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A pair luxurious 1950s thick crystal bubble wall lights designed by Carl Fagerland for Orrefors. Rewired.
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Large Glass Table Lamps Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury large and rare modern table lamps design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden. The scuplural glass with an all-new cotton shades gives a great modern look. ...
Glass
Midcentury Modern Large Modern Wall Lamp Orrefors by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Midcentury large modern wall lamp design by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden. Wonderful light when the glass hits the brass. Good cond...
Brass
Mid-Century Mottled Glass Chandelier W/ Glass Drop & Bronze Fittings by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A masterwork of Scandinavian design, this mid-century pendant chandelier by Orrefors exemplifies refined craftsmanship and artistic subtlety. The shade features a stunning interplay ...
Bronze
Set of Brass Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa, 1960s, Denmark
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Lyfa
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of classic brass sconces with glass shades designed by Carl Fagerlund for Lyfa in the 1960s. * Pair of (2) brass sconces with thick clear glass shades * Designer: Carl Fagerlund...
Brass
$2,200 / item
Chandelier by Orrefors / 2 available
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Vintage Chandelier by Orrefors. Sweden , Circa 1970th. Diam. 17". Drop 8.5". Material : Brass and glass. Existing European wiring, rewiring available upon request. 2 available,...
Glass
Carl Fagerlund Crystal and Brass Wall Sconces (4 Pairs Available)
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960's Crystal sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The beautifully textured crystal sits on a polished brass back plate with a single candelabra light socket that has be...
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Flush Mount, Crystal and Brass, 1960, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Orrefors Flush Mounts, Crystal and Brass,1960, Sweden in all vintage condition with five European candelabra sockets on a brass frame. The shade is a thick domed cast crystal with a ...
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-blue vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish table lamp with a new white round shade made of hand blown clear Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerl...
Metal, Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Glass and Brass Wall Sconce by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A clear translucent textured art glass wall sconce with brass hardware, Scandinavian Modern/Midcentury Modern period, by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, circa mid-20th century, Sweden. ...
Brass
Ceiling light molded glass and brass Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Paris, IDF
Ceiling light molded glass and brass by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden 1960 Round brass frame with rectangular glass plates and relief decor. For 4 light points. Height of the gl...
Brass
$2,300 / set
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Pendant Lights, 1960
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful art glass pendant lights designed by Carl Fagerlund, produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s, textured cylinders on a custom brass canopy, total drop can be adjusted and pendan...
Brass
20th Century Swedish Orrefors Table Lamp - Scandinavian Light by Olle Alberius
By Orrefors, Olle Alberius
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sculptural, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish table lamp with a new beige round shade, made of hand blown slightly smoked glass, designed by Olle Alberius for Orrefors in good con...
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Chandelier, Hand Blown Glass
By Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish chandelier made of hand blown Orrefors glass, enhanced by detailed glass art, produced by Orrefors in good condition. The small Scandinavi...
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of striking glass table lamps by Carl Fagerlund, made from rich red glass, rectangular at the base. Beautiful translucent color, elegant design.
Glass
Metallic Amber Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Orrefors, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Curvaceous and vibrant, this Mid-Century Modern table lamp by Orrefors boasts a stunning amber hue. Handcrafted at Orrefors in the style of PO Ström or Carl...
Stained Glass
Crystal Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with crystal glass shade, fitted with E27 socket, designed in the 1960s by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks Sweden, model 1322. Total height including canopy is 20 ...
Crystal, Brass
$1,597Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Crystal Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Iconic Swedish Mid-Century Modern crystal table lamp with soft bubbled croc texture by designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Hour glass shap...
Crystal, Metal
$2,000 / item
Blue Orrefors Lamp, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Single lamp blue four available, Brass fittings by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960, Sweden. Shades not included. Rewired for the US
Crystal
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A round, vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish ceiling light, lamp made of a chrome, brass frame and hand blown Orrefors glass, featuring a four light socket. The Scandinavian chandelie...
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Carl Fagerlund, Table Lamps, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of glass, metal and off-white fabric table lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Dimensions of Lamp ...
Fabric, Glass
Midcentury Modern Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden RD 1406
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Table lamp in crystal, model RD1406 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamp have a stunning blue color with brass details. Together with the new cotton shades this lamp give...
Crystal
Vintage Crystal Sconce, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and unique Vintage Large Format Crystal Sconce from Sweden. The production was completed in two parts- first casting in a period design motif of undulating bubbles and th...
Crystal, Brass
Carl Fagerlund Floor Lamp in Mahogany, Brass and Glass, Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare floor lamp was designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by AB Orrefors Glasbruk in Sweden in the 1950s. The piece is marked with a metal tag reading "RD 1176 AB ORREFOR...
Brass