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.
Pair of 1970s Blue Conical Orrefors Lamps Design Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1970
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Signed pair of dark blue heavy blue pressed crystal body, Orrefors crystal lamps with chrome fittings, signed Carl Fagerlund Orrefors on the bottom of the glass along with original s...
Crystal, Chrome
1960s Pair of Large Classic Carl Fagerlund Relief Glass Lamps by Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Knebel, DK
Pair of large classic Carl Fagerlund relief glass lamps in clear glass by Orrefors with similar but individual relief patterns. Height inc. socket: 47 cm. Diameter: 15 cm.
Glass
Pair of Orrefors Crystal and Brass Sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Orrefors crystal and brass sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1950, brass frame with one Glass shade is cast crystal held b...
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Lamps Clear Crystal with Organically Shaped Pattern, Sweden, 1970
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Orrefors lamps clear crystal with chrome fittings, organically shaped pattern in the glass, Sweden 1970, signed Carl Fagerlund Orrefors. Rewired f...
Crystal, Chrome
Midcentury Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of crystal glass table lamps by Carl Fagerlund, made from burgundy colored glass in a narrow conical shape, almond shaped at the base. Beautiful translucent color, elegant design.
Glass
A Single Orrefors Crystal Flushmount Designed by Carl Fagerlund, 1970, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Very well kept Swedish Orrefors flush mount from the 1970s by Carl Fagerlund, Brass frame with a bottom glass plate hold by a shiny round brass finial in the middle. 2 candelabra lig...
Crystal, Brass
Dark Blue Crystal Orrefors Lamps Design by Carl Fagerlund Orrefors, Sweden, 1970
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Large pair of deep blue orrefors glass lamps with chrome fittings, signed Carl Fagerlund Orrefors. The glass body is 12" tall to the chrome fitting. Rewired for the US.
Glass
1960s Large Classic Carl Fagerlund Triangular Red and Clear Glass Table Lamp
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Knebel, DK
Large classic Carl Fagerlund triangular red and clear glass table lamp by Orrefors with marks on base and assembly. Measures: Height incl. sock...
Glass
Large Swedish Ruby Red Art Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, 1950s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Värmdö, SE
Swedish Pair Ruby Red Art Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund 1950´s This fine pair has been completely professionally rewired with new exclusive fittings and lamp holders, including...
Brass
Tall Pair of 1970s Clear Crystal Orrefors Lamps, 1970
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Tall pair of 1970s clear crystal Orrefors lamps, 1970 This is an exceptional large heavy signed pair of clear crystal lamps by Orrefors with chrome fi...
Crystal, Chrome
$4,500 / set
Pair of Dark Green Orrefors Lamps, Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of dark green encased in a layer of clear glass with brass fitting by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960, Sweden. Rewired for the US. Almost solid dark green melt crystal encased...
Crystal
$6,080Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of green Orrefors lamps
By Orrefors
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
Pair of green lamps with a height with the lampshade of 125cm and without 85cm designed in Sweden by the manufacturer Orrefors.
Crystal, Brass
Swedish Grace Chandelier by Fritz Kurs for Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940s, Sweden. The Swedish Grace Chandelier by Fritz Kurs for Orrefors features a sophisticated design combining glass and brass. Its mounting plate and primary shade display scallop...
Brass
Pair of Orrefors Sconces Brass and Glass Shades by Orrefors Sweden, 1970
By Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Orrefors clear cast crystal glass sconces with reflections in rainbow colors, smooth surface outer glass and an inside pattern, glass shades are resting on a brass frame with...
Crystal, Brass
Orrefors Ceiling Lamp, Brass and Glass, Mid-Century Modern, Sweden 1960
By Orrefors
Located in Paris, IDF
Orrefors ceiling lamp Brass and glass made in Sweden around 1960. Made of brass and folded glass length can be adjusted. Good condition
Brass
Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s, Set of 2
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Göteborg, SE
This set includes two vintage table lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1960s. Each lamp features a clear, textured glass base...
Brass, Chrome
Large Carl Fagerlund Glass Leaves Brass Chandelier by Orrefors, 60s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Göteborg, SE
Very beautiful ceiling lamp in brass with decorative leaves of Murano glass. The lamp was designed by Carl Fagerlund for orrefors in the 60s.
Brass
Orrefors Flush Mount, Crystal and Brass, 1960, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
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
Orrefors Ceiling Pendant Glass and Brass, Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors
Located in Paris, IDF
Ceiling pendant glass and brass made by Orrefors, Sweden, 1960 Rare model made of glass plates, of different colors, beautifully mounted with nice details on a brass structure. The...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Pair of Crystal Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern scandinavian pair of crystal table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. Sold without shade. Price for the pair.
Crystal
Nils Landberg Orrefors Crimson Red Crystal Table Lamps, 1970s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Crimson Red crystal lamps encased in clear crystal overlay. Rewired for use in the USA.
Crystal, Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Photophore in Cristal by Jan Johansson
By Orrefors, Jan Johansson
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Swedish photophore in crystal by Jan Johansson for Orrefors.
Crystal
Pair of Vintage Swedish Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of vintage Swedish table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, dating from around the 1960’s. The quality is superb, they are ma...
Glass
Pair of 1960s Bright Red Swedish Orrefors Glass Table Lamps
By Orrefors
Located in London, GB
This beautiful pair of hand made bright red coloured glass Orrefors lamps are stamped and signed. They even retain the original Swedish Orrefors brand label - please have a look at a...
Glass
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors. New electrical system brought up to EU standard. E27 bulbs.
Glass
Orrefors Table Lamps Design by Carl Fagerlund Orrefors, Sweden, 1960, Set of 2
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Göteborg, SE
These exquisite table lamps, designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1960s, embody timeless elegance and sophisticated design. The lamps feature striking green glass bases env...
Chrome
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Karlstad, SE
These sculptural lamps are executed in thick crystal with a striking triangular form that tapers elegantly toward the top. The glass shifts from clear crystal at the base into a deep...
Brass
Pair of 1960s Clear Orrefors Glass Table Lamps By Carl Fagerlund
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of clear glass Orrefors lamps, stamped and signed. Orrefors has been producing elegant glassware since 1898 at their workshops in Smäland, Sweden. This style was de...
Blown Glass
Orrefors chandelier by Carl Fagerlund, 1970, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Two tier Orrefors glass panel chandelier with several individual glass panels on a brass frame . four Edison sockets.
Brass
Pair of Super Rare Collectable Fully Signed Carl Fagerlund Orrefors Table Lamps
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of of very rare highly collectable Carl Fagerlund Orrefors table lamps made in Sweden in the 1970's A very good looking and well made pair of heavy solid cut glass crystal lamps...
Cut Glass
Pair of Red Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
These sleek 1960s table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors are made of glass, and contain a transparent substance that gives them their color.
Glass
Pair of Blue Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in New York, NY
These sleek 1960s table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors are made of glass, and contain a transparent substance that gives them their color.
Glass
Orrefors Sconces Brass and crocodile Glass Shades by Orrefors Sweden, 1970
By Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Orrefors clear glass sconces, crocodile pattern, glass shades are resting on a brass frame with brass fasteners. Rewired for the US. Holds one candelabra bulb each.
Crystal, Brass
Red Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden, 1960, Set of 2
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Göteborg, SE
These table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors feature deep, vibrant red glass bases with a sleek, slightly tapered rectangular shape. The glass has a rich, intense color that ca...
Chrome
Pair of Brass and Crystal Wall Lamps designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Voorburg, NL
Highly rare and sophisticated pair of brass wall lamps produced in Sweden in the 1970s. Designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glasbruk. Each lamp h...
Crystal, Brass
Cylinder crown in crystal and chrome by Orrefors for Tyringe, Sweden, 1960s
By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1, Orrefors
Located in Göteborg, SE
Very beautiful ceiling lamp made of crystal and chrome. The ceiling lamp is designed in an elegant way so that it is beautiful from any direction you look at it. When viewed from bel...
Crystal, Chrome
Orrefors Dome Flush Mount, Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Orrefors flush mount ceiling plate is cream white metal with six European candelabra sockets the shade is a dome shaped pressed bubble crystal and details in brass.
Crystal, Aluminum
Blue Crystal Orrefors Lamps Design by Carl Fagerlund Orrefors, Sweden, 1970
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Blue Orrefors glass lamps with chrome fittings, signed Carl Fagerlund Orrefors. The glass body is 12" tall to the chrome fitting.
Crystal, Chrome
Pair of Orrefors Crystal and Brass Sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Sweden, 1950
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Orrefors sconces by Carl Fagerlund, 1950's, brass frames with one socket with thick half cone shaped crystal shades with wavy details in the glass. Brass frame and brass fini...
Crystal, Brass
Glass and Brass Pendant 3 Lights by Orrefors Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors
Located in Paris, IDF
Glass and brass pendant 3 lights by Orrefors Sweden, 1960 Good overall condition.
Brass
Pair of Large Vintage Swedish Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of large vintage Swedish table lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, dating from around the 1960’s. The quality is superb, they are made from chunky, textured clear ...
Glass
Table lamp in purple and clear glass by Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Göteborg, SE
Vintage Orrefors Table Lamp, 1960s This elegant table lamp by Orrefors, crafted in the 1960s, features a striking combination of purple and clear glass. The base showcases a vibrant...
Brass
$3,450
An Orrefors Crystal Lamp
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
An Orrefors crystal lamp in a beautiful, deep shade of red with brass fittings. More than a lamp this is a work of art that will add a touch of glamour to a space. There is one left ...
Crystal
Pair of Orrefors Sconces Brass and Crystal Glass Shades by Orrefors Sweden, 1970
By Orrefors
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of Orrefors amber colored glass sconces Sweden 1970, smooth surface outer glass and an inside pattern, glass shades are resting on a brass frame he...
Crystal, Brass