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.
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
Carl Fagerlund Ice Sculpted Crystal Glass Pendant light for Orrefors Sweden 60s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Paris, IDF
CARL FAGERLUND. A moulded glass pendant lamp " ICE Cristal" by Orrefors, 1960s. Small "ice glass" chandelier or hallway lantern by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s. The li...
Brass, Nickel
Large Ruby Red Frosted Crystal Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors.
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Ruby Red Crystal lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The Triangular shaped red crystal has a frosted outer body and has been Newly rewired with adjustable polished brass do...
Crystal, 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
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
Brass Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
Chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. Consists of eight crystal handmade glass diffusers on polished brass arms. Manufactured in the 1960s. Designer by Carl Fag...
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
A large pair of Swedish 1960s Orrefors glass wall sconces by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in London, GB
A large pair of Swedish 1960s Orrefors glass and brass wall sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Swedish lighting company Lyfa . Each light has very good quality, thick, heavy Orrefors han...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish desk lamp with a new white shade, made of hand blown clear Orrefors glass, designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced,...
Metal, Chrome
Carl Fagerlund Bubble Crystal Sconce for Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
By Lyfa, Mazzega, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Elegant wall sconce by Swedish designer Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk - model 2355 / 111. Smooth and thick bubble textured crystal art glass shaped in a curve upon the shiny b...
Crystal, Brass
Mid century modern scandinavian pair of table lamp in cristal Model RD 1566 Red
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid century modern scandinavian pair of table lamp in cristal Model RD 1566 blue by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s. Shades not included.
Crystal
$1,485Sale Price / item|20% Off
Carl Fagerlund Table Lamp, Textured Crystal & Chrome, 1960s Design
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Iconic Swedish modern design classics. Crystal table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors produced in the 1960s in the small town of Orrefors in southern Sweden. Thick bubble texture...
Crystal, Chrome
Set of Three "Festival" Chandeliers by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, circa 1950s
By Belysning, Gert Nystrom, Orrefors
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Stunning set of midcentury nine-light glass chandeliers designed by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s. This rare chandeliers are made of 66 glass elements, aluminum and...
Metal, Aluminum
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
Goldplated Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass gold-plated frame with glass elements, fitted with 3 E14 sockets up to 100watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass, Chrome
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
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
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
Wonderful 1960"s Pair of Large Demi Lune Sconces by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous pair of 1960's Glass sconces designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The Demi - lune glass has a wonderful Diamond pattern enhanced with applied half sphere glass balls. T...
Brass
Large Amber Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Gustav Leek
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 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
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
32" Large Orrefors chandelier Carl fagerlund, Sweden 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Extra large Orrefors chandelier 1950 Sweden. This is the largest version Orrefors made of the Embassador series. Eight pie shaped crocodile pattern glass slices together make up the...
Brass
"The Bubble" Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass and hand blown amber colored shades, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass
Pair of Carl Fagerlund Pendant Lamps in Brass and Orrefors Glass by Lyfa
By Lyfa, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Berlin, BE
Rare pair of Carl Fagerlund pendant lamps in brass and glass. 8 x E14 bulbs. To be on the the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concerning local requireme...
Brass
Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with 12 pressed glass elements, fitted with one E27 socket up to 100watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks. One of the glass fixing screws replaced (se...
Brass
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
Mid-Century Modernist Glass Flush Mount by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully minimal Mid-Century Modernist Flush Mount Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors originates from Sweden, Circa 1960. This flush mount features a cylindrical profi...
Blown Glass
$1,900Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of 1950s Swedish Crystal Orrefors Carl Fagerlund Clear Table Lamps
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of 1950s Swedish Mid Century thick, heavy , clear crystal table lamps with polished nickel sockets and fittings. Rewired with white silk cords. Made by the famed Swedish...
Crystal, Nickel
20th Century Swedish Crystal Glass Table Lamp - Vintage Desk Light by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish table lamp made of hand blown crystal glass, detailed with a white shade, produced by Orrefors in good condition. The Scandinavian desk light is ...
Metal, Chrome
Blue Orrefors Lamp, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Single triangular blue lamp , Brass fittings by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960, Sweden. Original sticker still present, signed. Height is glass part only. Shades not included.
Crystal
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
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
A Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
A glass pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. The outer transparent glass with swirled striped frosted pattern and scalloped edge. The inner citrine diffuser with heavily textured ...
Glass
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
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
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
Pair of Mid-century Glass Table Lamps by Flygsfors / Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s.
By Kosta Boda, Reijmyre Glasbruk, Compagnia Di Venezia E Murano (C.V.M.), Orrefors, Flygsfors
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful mid-century table lamps. Hand-made by Flygsfors Orrefors, Sweden, 1974-1979. Great original condition. Marked with stickers that read: 'Flygsfors' and 'Orrefors...
Glass
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
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
Swedish Grace Floor lamp, brass and glass, Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful uplight floor lamp from Orrefors, with a tall brass stem. Wide glass shade in frosted glass with etched pattern of leaves.
Brass
Edward Hald, Table Lamp, Chrome, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in High Point, NC
A chrome metal and smoked glass table lamp, Sweden, 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.35” H x 6.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter ...
Chrome
$1,485Sale 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
Set of Four Rare Wall Sconces by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s
By Orrefors, Belysning, Gert Nystrom
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A rare set of four mid - century glass and aluminium wall sconces designed by Gert Nyström for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1950s. Socket: each 2 x E27 or E26 (US) for standard screw bulb...
Metal, Aluminum
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
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
Large Swedish Orrefors Textured Glass Ceiling Fixture
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This large crystal and textured glass ceiling lamp with brass details was made in Sweden 1960s for Orrefors. Good condition. Measures: H 53/35 cm D 40.
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Olle Alberius, Hand Blown Glass
By Orrefors, Olle Alberius
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sculptural, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish table lamp with a new white round shade, made of hand blown slightly smoked glass designed by Olle Alberius and produced by Orrefors,...
Metal, Chrome
$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
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Crafted by renowned designer Carl Fagerlund at the prestigious Orrefors glassworks in Southern Sweden during the 1950's, these exquisite crystal table lamps have been thoughtfully re...
Crystal
$1,900Sale Price / set|50% Off
Pair of Orrefors 1960s Swedish Ruby Red Crystal Table Lamps
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of luxurious thick crystal tables lamps in a deep ruby red color and polished nickel fittings and sockets with white silk cords. Rewired. White linen shades 14” Wx10” H
Crystal, Nickel
Pair of Flush Mount Ceiling Lights by Carl Fagerlund, 1970s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling lamps in crystal glass and base in brass. Designed by Carl Fagerlund and made by Orrefors from circ...
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
$2,350Sale Price / set|20% Off
Huge Pair of Brass Carl Fagerlund Wall Lamps by Lyfa and Orrefors Glass
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund, Lyfa
Located in Berlin, BE
Excellent pair of large Fagerlund wall lamps with one x E14 bulb. Heavy quality and thick glass. To be on the the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concer...
Brass
$3,800 / set
Pair of Bottle Green Crystal Lamps by Orrefors
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
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
$2,500 / item
Orrefors Flushmount, Crystal and Brass, 1960, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Orrefors flushmount, crystal and brass, 1970, Sweden candelabra sockets on a brass frame. Brass frame with a glass shade held by a flat brass center finnial designed by Carl Fagerlu...
Crystal
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
Midcentury Modern Table Lamp with Cotton Shade Carl Fagerlund Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Table lamp in crystal, model RD1323 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The lamps have a stunning red color with brass details. The intensity of the crystal glass and its colore...
Crystal
Orrefors Pendant in Etched, Diagonal Checkered Glass, Swedish Modern, 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking glass pendant was produced in Orrefors, Sweden, in the 1950s. The design features a sandblasted glass shade in a matte, translucent frosted white color. The geometric,...
Metal, Chrome
A Pair of Swedish Glass Table Lamps By Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Swedish cast glass table lamps with geometric profile. Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors circa 1970. Each lamp containing one medium socket, price includes new wiring...
Glass