Before Rörstrand and its contemporaries introduced ceramic serveware to Europe, people primarily ate off of metal plates. The Swedish ceramics company was pivotal in bringing porcelain from China to the Western world, and today, vintage Rörstrand ceramics are highly prized by collectors.
The company began in 1726 at Rörstrand Castle in Stockholm, under the direction of master porcelain maker Johann Wolff. Early works bore no stamp or seal to mark their origin, as the company had no competitors at the time. Once competing companies made inroads into the porcelain market, Rörstrand began to stamp its products.
With the rising demand for ceramic tableware, Rörstrand pieces filled the cabinets in the houses of the nobility, royalty and the social elite of Sweden and surrounding nations. The 1800s saw many technological advances for the company, as it began using steam presses to emboss patterns into material. The 20th century brought the company to international markets after it presented its Art Nouveau pieces at the 1900 World Exposition in Paris.
As Sweden was a neutral country during the world wars, Rörstrand was able to continue producing, whereas other companies shut down or shifted to making items for the war effort. Swedish artist-designer Gunnar Nylund created his most famous works — warm-toned matte-glazed Art Deco stoneware and more — while employed by Rörstrand. During the 1950s, Rorstrand brought on master porcelain maker Marianne Westman, lovingly referred to as “the Porcelain Mother.” Her design, the Rörstrand Mon Amie, became one of the company’s leading sellers. It was among many popular designs that she and her team developed. Westman continued with the company through the 1960s when it brought on other notable talents, such as designer Inger Persson.
In 1976, the company celebrated 250 years, and the Rörstrand Museum opened in Lidköping, holding over 15,000 pieces created by the historic ceramics manufacturer.
With almost 300 years of history, Rörstrand has survived numerous shifts in culture and design preferences, maintaining its heritage style, while smoothly adapting to new trends. With each decade, the company has debuted new designs, glazes, patterns and technologies, bringing new innovations and intriguing twists to traditional work.
Find vintage Rörstrand serveware, decorative objects, lighting and more on 1stDibs.
Swedish Mid Century Green Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane & Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century stoneware / ceramic green vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane produced by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s. In good original condition. Signed. Dimensions: H: 17,5 cm / 6.9...
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane Small Stoneware Vase SXD for Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A small vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. A great addition to any collection, this vase has earth tones ranging from a rust/ terra cotta to a slate/brown. In very good condition.
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Blue Stoneware Bowl, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A gorgeous bowl in an unusual glossy blue glaze by Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Good size could allow for use as a vide poche. Would work well in a variety of interiors from mo...
Stoneware
1950s Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Rare Large Organic Bowl, Sweden
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A large and uncommon bowl designed by Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Features a wonderful baby blue and seafood color palette with organic shape. Really great size, form, and color.
Ceramic
1960's, Ceramic Set by Hertha Bengtsson for Rörstrand
By Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
1960's ceramic set by Hertha Bengtsson for Rörstrand, Sweden. Consisting of a a rectangular plate and miniature vase with beautiful brown glaze with a...
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane Small Stoneware Vase SVA for Rörstrand, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful small vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Features a bulbous body and a longer thin neck. Stunning terra cotta color to complete the vase.
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stahlane SOA H55 Stoneware Vase, Sweden
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Iconic raindrop shaped stoneware vase by Carl Harry Stahlane. Wonderful organic shape with bulbous form and petite opening.
Stoneware
$240Sale Price|20% Off
Rörstrand "Sarek" Bowl by Olle Alberius (1960s Mid-Century Design), Sweden
By Rörstrand, Olle Alberius
Located in Skien, NO
Scandinavian Modern Classic: Rörstrand "Sarek" Bowl by Olle Alberius (1960s Mid-Century Design) A Timeless Piece of Swedish Ceramic History Designed by Olle Alberius (1926-1993) for...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Swedish Grace Porcelain Table Lamp Pink / Purple Glazing, Louise Adelborg, 1920s
By Rörstrand
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful and unique table lamp made by Swedish artist Louise Adelborg in the 1920s at the "Rörstrand" workshop. The lamp base is made from glazed porcelain decorated with an amazing...
Porcelain, Silk
Midcentury Modern Large Table Lamp "Chamotte" Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Large size table lamp (Vase) of a group called "Chamotte". The name indicates the large fragments of chamotte pieces that was put into the vase to give it that spectacular look, they...
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane Stoneware Vase for Rörstrand
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Wonderful glaze and decoration with a sort of geometric pattern. Unique color which is sort of yellow/ green/ brown. Would work w...
Ceramic
Midcentury Modern Sculptural Vase Rörstrand by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderfully crafted stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand 1950s with exceptional yellow green, brown hare fur glaze. Good vintage condition with. Dimensions: Height 25 cm ...
Stoneware
Swedish Mid Century Grey Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane & Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish mid century stoneware / ceramic grey vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane produced by Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s. In good original condition. Dimensions: H: 34 cm / 13.40" Diamete...
Ceramic
Vase "Granola" by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand 1960s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful vase from the "Granola" series by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1960s. Signed with makers mark. Good condition.
Stoneware
Miniature ceramic vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A miniature light blue speckled ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Carl-Harry Stålhane joined Rörstrand in 1939, beginning as a d...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,344Sale Price / set|30% Off
Midcentury Modern Set of 2 Ceramic Pieces Rubus Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These vases made in ceramic and named Rubus was designed by one of the ceramic designer icons of Sweden Gunnar Nylund. This set containing 2 pieces with wonderful earthy blue colors ...
Ceramic
Midcentury Modern Large Unique Table Lamp Carl Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
One of a kind large glazed ceramic table lamp by designer Carl Harry Stålhane and made in Sweden for Rörstrand in the 1950s. The circular bottom comes together with the smaller top ...
Ceramic
Swedish Grace Pink Porcelain Table Lamp w. Foliage Decor, Louise Adelborg, 1920s
By Rörstrand
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful and unique table lamp made by Swedish artist Louise Adelborg in the 1920s. The lamp base is made from glazed porcelain with handmade foliage ...
Porcelain, Silk
$163Sale Price|59% Off
Ceramic plate by Olle Alberius from the 'Kurbits' Series for Rörstrand, Sweden.
By Rörstrand, Olle Alberius
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A very nice little vintage ceramic plate, made by the very well-known designer Olle Alberius, known as "Kurbits" from Rörstrand, Sweden. Alberius ceramic always has a special feeling, the shapes are simple, but the glazing is just stunning, the pattern is slightly abstract, yet knowing that Alberius has used a traditional style of folklore decoration known as Kurbits, one can see where he got his inspiration from. All off his objects are individual since they are hand painted. The price includes free shipping. The color is just stunning a dark blue color has been used against a pale gray background and there are also some dark brown and purple details as well as black details. It is around 20cm (7.87") in diameter and 2,5cm (0.98") high. It is in a very good condition. Between the years 1957 - 1965, Olle Alberius worked in Strömstad as a designer at SYCO keramik, where he created a large number of dishes, figurines, vases and bowls. He later works at Rörstrand, and between 1963 and 1965 he was employed at both SYCO keramik and Rörstrand. Alberius was attached to Rörstrand's Porcelain Factory in 1963–1971, where he worked partly with handicrafts and partly with tableware in flint and feldspar porcelain...
Ceramic
Rörstrand “Viking” Coffee Service by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1968
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
A refined Swedish ceramic coffee service from the Viking series, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand in 1968. The set is executed in a rich, glossy glaze with deep brown to...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Bowls Bahia Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Sweden
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These small bowls produced in the 1950s for Rörstrand Sweden and designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. With the name Bahia this bowls was created to be an exotic edition to the Scandina...
Ceramic
Blue Porcelain Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 20th midcentury, the vase is has a lovely blue / gray color and is 28 cm high. It is marked as 1st quality and is i...
Porcelain
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Rare Footed Bowl, Stoneware Ceramic Blue and Brown
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare footed bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Wonderful glaze with a amber body and tones of brown to blue. Unique design with footed base. Signed on underside with the "...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Purple Porcelain Vase - Havanna - Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A porcelain vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 20th midcentury, the vase is of model "Havanna". It´s 26 cm high and in excellent condition. Carl-Harry Stålhan...
Porcelain
Carl-Harry Stålhane Large Ceramic Turquoise Spotted Glaze Vase, 1950s
By Rörstrand
Located in Paris, FR
Carl-Harry Stålhane large stoneware vase by Rörstrand in Sweden, 1950s. Signed / H 54 cm.
Ceramic
Vintage Swedish Stoneware Vase Eterna by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Västra Frölunda, SE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern stoneware vase from the 'Eterna' series designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, circa 1960s. The vase features a tall cylindrical form with a str...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Swedish Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Beautiful ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund, manufactured by Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1940s. Made from stoneware with hare fur glaze in sand to red ochre color. Gunnar Ny...
Stoneware
Art Nouveau Monkfish Vase by Algot Eriksson & Waldemar Lindst for Rörstrand
By Algot Eriksson, Rörstrand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Algot Eriksson & Waldemar Lindström for Rörstrand. Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. Whi...
Porcelain
Pair of Swedish Modern "Chamotte" Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Swedish Modern "Chamotte" vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. The name Chamotte indicates the large fragments of crushed earthenware pieces that was applied in the glace ...
Ceramic
Green & Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A green vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 23 cm (9.2") high. It is in mint condition and marked as 2nd quality. Gunnar Nylund was born in Paris 1904 with par...
Ceramic
Large Floor Vase - Green Speckled Glaze - Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large floor vase with handle with a lovely green speckled glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 45 cm (18") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor ma...
Ceramic
Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury
By Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of five black vases designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vases are between 10 - 34 cm high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks and scratches....
Porcelain
$230Sale Price|20% Off
Hertha Bengtson Stoneware Vase, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s
By Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase designed by Hertha Bengtsson at Rörstrand, the vase is 13 cm (5.2") high and in excellent condition, it´s marked as 1:st quality.
Stoneware
Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage, Scandinavian Design
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 20 cm (8") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor scratches and marks in the glaze, it is marked a...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Brown Speckled Vase, Rörstrand, Mid Century, Circa 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown speckled vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 28 cm (11.2") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some m...
Stoneware
Two Brown and green-glazed Gunnar Nylund Bowls, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Two Classic brown and beige-glazed stoneware bowls designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Marked as 1st quality. Gunnar Nylund, born in Paris in 1904 to parents engaged in sculptin...
Stoneware
Very Tall Carl-Harry Stålhane Drop Shaped Table Lamp by Rörstrand, Sweden 1960s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Palshus, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large almost huge drop-shaped table lamp created by the famous Swedish ceramist Carl-Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) It's manufactured by Rörstrand Sweden in the 1960s. The lamp base is...
Ceramic, Fabric
$792Sale Price|20% Off
Gray Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A grey rough, ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 24,5 cm high and it´s in very good condition except from some minor marks in the glaze from the producti...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Minimalist 'Cube' Teapot by Rolf Sinnemark for Rörstrand, Sweden 1986
By Rörstrand, Rolf Sinnemark
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
This teapot by Rolf Sinnemark is a wink to the modernism period. Its geometric shape combined with the graphic pattern gives the teapot a diverse and interesting look. Sinnemark was ...
Ceramic
Rare Carl-Harry Stålhane Blue Stoneware Vase in Harfur Glaze, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare stoneware vase was designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden. The unique vase is finished in a blue harfur glaze which was entirely applied by han...
Cast Stone
Pink Art Deco Stoneware Bowl by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware art deco / Swedish grace bowl with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition. Incised with makers mark. Gunnar N...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand Budded Vase Beige Green and Rustic, Sweden, 1960s
By Hertha Bengtson, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Palshus
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large budded vase by Hertha Bengtson (1917-1993) for Rörstrand Sweden. Made circa 1960s. The vase is made from chamotte clay and is partly glazed wi...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$256Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund Signed Stoneware Bowl - Scandinavian Modern
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Skien, NO
Stunning Scandinavian / Swedish Mid-Century Modern / Retro design deep plate / bowl in glazed ceramic / stoneware from the 1950s by Gunnar Nylund (Sweden, 1904–97) for Rörstrand/Rors...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A grey-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions: 4.25” H x 5” diameter
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Animal Sculpture of Weasel in Nature for Rörstrand Sweden, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Vintage animal sculpture/figurine of a weasel in nature by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden. Made ca 1960s. The sculpture is made of st...
Stoneware
Miniature beige ceramic vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A miniature ceramic vase in earthtones designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Carl-Harry Stålhane joined Rörstrand in 1939, beginning as a decora...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Swedish Table 'Rubus' Lamp by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ca 1940-50
By Rörstrand
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Table 'Rubus' Lamp by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ca 1940-50 Height: 18 cm/7 inch Diameter: 8 cm/3.1 inch
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Stonewear Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand 1950's
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern stonewear vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand 1950's. Signed with makers mark. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent wi...
Stoneware
Miniature ceramic bowl by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A miniature light blue speckled ceramic bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Carl-Harry Stålhane joined Rörstrand in 1939, beginning as a d...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Pitcher, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A blue and brown-glazed stoneware pitcher designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Swedish Modern Porcelain Table Lamp by Rörstrand
By Rörstrand
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful Swedish Modern table lamp from Rörstrand. Decorated with hearts, this particular decor is pretty rare. The date of manufacture is unknown, but this particular makers mark (...
Porcelain
Earthy Colored set of Ceramic Vessels by Drejargruppen, Sweden 1974
By Drejargruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Two charming ceramic vessels designed by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand in 1974. Earthy colors, boho chic, wabi sabi. Size refers to plate.
Ceramic
Small Blue Ceramic Platter / Ashtray by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sweden 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Barcelona, ES
Square blue glazed platter / ashtray with rounded corners, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden 1960s. Subtle circular lines, deep...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Rustic Boho Chic Ceramic Bowl, by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand, Sweden 1975
By Drejargruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large ceramic bowl made by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand, Sweden 1975. Earthy brown glaze, boho chic / rustic / wabi sabi style.
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A black-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-glazed fluted stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane Table Lamp, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
Glazed stoneware, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by the Swedish firm Rörstrand, 1950s. Height: 46 cm
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A grey-beige-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.5” H x 3.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade...
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in High Point, NC
A black and brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware