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.
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
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
$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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
$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
Swedish Grace Ceiling Light, Simon Gate, Orrefors, Sweden, 1920s
By Orrefors, Simon Gate
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
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
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
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
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
$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
Edward Hald, Pendant Light, Nickel, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel-plated brass, beige opaline and etched glass pendant light designed by Edward Hald and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26” H x 25” Diam...
Nickel
Carl Fagerlund Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Brass & Glass, Sweden
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Classic Swedish Mid Century Modern chandelier with three tubular textured glass on brass mount. By acclaimed art glass designer C...
Crystal, 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
Two-Tier Orrefors Crystal chandelier Designed by Carl Fagerlund, 1970, Sweden
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Two-tier Swedish Orrefors flush mount from the 1970s by Carl Fagerlund, A brass frame with a bottom glass plate hold by a polished round flat brass disc in the middle surrounded by i...
Crystal, Brass
Mid-Century Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1950
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish pendant made of hand blown pressed Orrefors glass designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, in good condition. The Scandinavian...
Crystal, Metal, Brass
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
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): 8.0"H x 15.0"D...
Brass
Art Deco Chandelier, 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
Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with glass elements, fitted with 6 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass
$1,767Sale 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
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
$930Sale 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
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
Pair of Ceiling Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction with pressed glass, fitted with one E27 sockets, designed in the 1960s in Sweden by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks. Glass part height about 16 cm, total he...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp Chandelier with Green Grasses by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
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
$2,500
Pendant by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pendant by Orrefors, Sweden, circa 1970. Existing wiring, rewiring available upon request.
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
Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass frame with glass elements, fitted with 6 E14 sockets up to 60watts. Made in Sweden in the 1960s by Orrefors Glassworks.
Brass
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
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
$460Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Cut Glass and Brass Pendant Lamp from Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This hand-grenade shaped pendant was manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden during the 1960s. It features a geometrically cut clear glass shade and a par...
Brass
$990Sale Price|43% Off
1960s, Brass and Crystal Glass Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful pendant designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. This lamp is made of brass with crystal glass and is in a very nice condition. The textured glass reflects a wond...
Brass
$1,097Sale Price|20% Off
Pendant by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1970s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Praha, CZ
Glass pendant by Carl Fagerlund fro Orrefors, Sweden. Double glass shades on brass chain. Two dents on brown glass shade visible on pictures and one small plastic ring missing. 1x60W...
Brass
Brass and Glass Chandelier by Orrefors from the 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
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
Swedish Modern Glass and Brass Pendant by Orrefors
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerberg
Located in Karlstad, SE
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Ceiling Light, Sweden, 1950s An elegant ceiling light designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors in the 1950s. The fixture features three light sources con...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Swedish Modern pendant in brass and beautiful Orrefors glass.
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Fagerhult
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Modern pendant in brass and beautiful Orrefors glass, designed by the renowned swedish designer Carl Fagerlund. A timeless piece which gives a beautiful light. Height is a...
Brass
Glass Pendant Lamps a pair by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Paris, IDF
Carl Fagerlund, a pair of pendant lights, made by Orrefors around 1960. Cast glass and brass. Clear textured crystal with scalloped edges and great handcrafted brass parts. Wonderful...
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
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light in Glass by Carl Fagerlund
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern pendant light in glass by Carl Fagerlund. 3 E27 bulb.
Brass
Pair of Glass Wall Lamps "Festival" by Gert Nyström, 1960s
By Orrefors, Falkenbergs Belysning, Gert Nystrom
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Orrefors glass wall lamps model "Festival" by Gert Nyström produced by Fagerhults, 1960s, very good condition.
Glass
1 of the 3 Green Glass Hexagon Pendants by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
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
Carl Fagerlund Swag Chandelier Murano Glass Leaves, 1960s
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Very glamorous swag chandelier designed by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors glass, Sweden, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960-1969. The light features a polished brass frame with four...
Brass
$3,790 / item
Huge Lyfa Embassy Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund
By Lyfa, Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Vienna, AT
Bowl form, brass frame fitted with eight E27 and 3 E14 sockets and heavy crystal glasses made by Orrefors in the early 1960s for Lyfa. The total height will be customized. 2 pieces ...
Crystal, 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
Orrefors Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund Crystal and Brass, Orrefors Sweden, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Bronx, NY
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors crystal chandelier on a heavy hand built brass frame almost an inch thick Swedish crystal shade consisting of six pie shaped pieces of cast crystal that c...
Crystal, Brass
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
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
Set of 6 Different Sizes Glass Brass Chandeliers by Fagerlund for Orrefors, 1960
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Rijssen, NL
This set beautifully and stunning chandeliers with glass shades and brass fittings was produced in the 1960s by the iconic firm of Orrefors and designed by Carl Fagerlund. Beautifull...
Brass
Carl Fagerlund, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass pendant light designed by Carl Fagerlund and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensio...
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
Glass Pendant Lamp by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Sweden 1960s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Paris, IDF
Carl Fagerlund, pendant lights, made by Orrefors around 1960. Cast glass and brass. Clear textured crystal with scalloped edges and great handcrafted brass parts. Wonderful light whe...
Brass
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
1 of the 3 Green Glass Cube 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
$2,380 / item
Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Glassworks
By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
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