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.
Set of 3 Stoneware Miniatures by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Berndt Friberg, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of three beautiful green and blue stoneware miniatures with amazing glaze. Made by Carl Harry Stalhane for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Signed with 'CHS' and m...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Modern, Abstract Turquoise Bowl - Scandinavian
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large turquoise Midcentury Swedish bowl in stoneware by Rörstrand, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The bowl is 19,5 cm in diameter and in mint condition. Carl-Harry ...
Stoneware
Black Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely black glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 9 cm (3.6") high and 6 cm (2.4") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality. ...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Flambé Large Bowl, Rörstrand, Mid-20th Century, 33.5 cm Wide
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely bowl in Flambé technique designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 5.5 cm (2.2") High and 33.5 cm (13.4") Wide. It has a motif of a woman. The bowl is in excellent...
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Cream / Off-white
By Gertrud Lönegren, Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful vase with Cream / Off-white glaze. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand', 'LÖNEGREN' and 'HANDDREJAD'. ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Stoneware Vase, Brown, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 33 cm high and it is in very good condition except from some scratching marks below (see photo) therefore it is marke...
Stoneware
$195Sale Price|30% Off
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Scandinavian Modern White Chamotte Vase, Sweden 1940
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FROM $280....Exquisite creation by Gunnar Nylund (1914–1997) during his tenure as artistic director of Rörstrand from 1932 through the 1950s. The vase has a glossy white glaz...
Ceramic, Pottery
Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed stoneware and brass table lamp, designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.1875” Height x 5.0” Diameter Dimen...
Brass
Midcentury Modern Rare Pair of Vases Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These pieces were made in Sweden at Rörstrand factory and designed by Gunnar Nylund in the 1940-1950s. This is the small size vase and the large vase called "Charmotte". The name in...
Ceramic
Large Rörstrand Ashtray Table by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Signed
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in London, GB
Large Rörstrand Ashtray Table by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Signed A large and distinctive ashtray table produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, in the 1950s. Designed by Gunnar N...
Ceramic
$1,778Sale Price|39% Off
Carl Harry Stalhane Hand-Painted Ceramic Table Lamp, Rörstrand, 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
The Carl Harry Stalhane hand-painted table lamp is a stunning and unique piece of ceramic lighting design. The lamp is made of glazed and hand-painted...
Ceramic, Stoneware, Teak
Green Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Beautiful Glaze - Midcentury Modern
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely green/turquoise vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24.5 cm (7") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor marks and marked as 1st quality. G...
Ceramic
Dish By Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Kastrup, DK
This striking stoneware dish was designed by Gunnar Nylund (1904–1997) for the renowned Swedish manufacturer Rörstrand in the 1960s. The dish is executed in a vivid azure blue glaze,...
Ceramic
Green Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and rare stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Factory second due to some firing cracks to the...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rörstrand - Amalia - Serving Plate
By Rörstrand
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: This serving platter has been designed by the Swedish firm Rörstrand. Christina Campbell was responsible for the design (form as well as pattern) of this item. C...
Earthenware
Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Berlin, BE
Vase in ceramic by Gunnar Nylund. Stoneware from Rorstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Gunnar Nylund Size: 44...
Ceramic
$655Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Carl-Harry Stålhane Blue, Burgundy Stoneware Vase, Rörstrand
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Slender cylinder shaped stoneware vase with glossy glaze in cobalt blue, deep purple and burgundy red over linear relief patterns. Acclaimed artist Carl-Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) de...
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Vase Signed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid-Century Modern vase was realized by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand in Sweden circa 1960. It features an hourglass form tapered body in glazed ceramic in a sophisticated...
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vases, Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand 1976, Set of 2
By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This stunning set of 2 vases made of chamotte clay designed by Sylvia Leuchovius, is produced at Rörstrand atelier, signed and dated 1976. From the rare production at Rörstands named...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Ceramic Floor Vase, Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand Dark Yellow and Gray
By Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large vase designed by Hertha Bengtsson at Rörstrand, the vase is 39 cm (15,6") high and in excellent condition, it´s marked as 1:st quality.
Ceramic
White Art Deco Stoneware Globe Vase by Gunnar Nylund. ALP Rörstrand Sweden 1930s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, ALP Lidköping 1, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A stoneware art deco vase with off-white glaze and hand-painted gold details. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfabrik), Sweden, 1930s. Great conditio...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Brown & Gold Art Deco Stoneware Bowl by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s.
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, ALP Lidköping 1, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A stoneware Art Deco / Scandinavian Modern bowl with beautiful brown glaze. Foot and mouth hand-painted in gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfabrik), Sweden...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Tall Rörstrand "Rubus" Table Lamp by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden 1950s
By Saxbo, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Arne Bang
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall ceramic table lamp by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden. It´s part of the "Rubus" series and was designed and made in the 1950s to 1960s. The lamp has a structured, tactile s...
Ceramic, Fabric
Modernist stoneware table lamp by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful table lamp by Gunnar Nylund, made from stoneware. Base with an embossed draped design, glazed celadon green. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and ...
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stalhane / UE TEA POT / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
A work by Carl-Harry Stalhåne, who led Rorstrand's golden age in the 1950s alongside Gunnar Nylund and worked as a designer and art director. After his first exhibition in 1948, he s...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and blue-glazed stoneware floor vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, 1940s.
Stoneware
Large Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand - Midcentury Modern Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 45 cm high and in very good condition except from some minor scratches. The vase is marked as 1st quality. Gunnar...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Rubus Table Lamp for Rörstrand Sweden Scandinavian Modern Ceramic
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Ceramic table lamp by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden. It's part of the "Rubus" series and was designed and made in the 1950s-1960s. It has a structured, tactile surface with sem...
Ceramic, Fabric
Carl-Harry Stålhane ceramic Table Lamp blue / green shades for Rörstrand, Sweden
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Ceramic and glazed Table Lamp by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. The lamp is in very good condition with bright azure and green hues. Rewired and fitted with a bras...
Metal
Group of Large Brown Stoneware Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand - Midcentury Modern
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of six large pieces of stoneware vases & one bowl with stunning brown glazes designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1960s. The vases are between 45.5 - 16.5 cm ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of 2 Table Lamps by Olle Alberiu, Rörstrand Bamboo Ceramic Hollywood Regency
By Rörstrand
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
2 table lamps by Olle Alberiu by Rörstrand Bamboo Ceramic Hollywood Regency, 60s Set made of 2 extremely rare vintage table lamps by Olle Alberius "Bamboo" by Rörstrand, produced ar...
Ceramic, Bamboo
Gray Stoneware Bowl - Marianne Westman- Rörstrand Atelier
By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rustic, gray stoneware bowl, it is designed by Marianne Westman at Rörstrand Aterlier, the bowl is 8.5 cm tall and 20 cm in diameter. It´s in excellent condition.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Rubus Table Lamp with Shade, Scandinavian Sweden 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Saxbo, Arne Bang, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall ceramic table lamp by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden. It´s part of the "Rubus" series and was designed and made in the 1950s to 1960s. The lamp has a structured, tactile s...
Ceramic, Fabric
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Miniature stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane with an angular plump body contrasted with a straight, slender nozzle. Beautiful greyish blue glaze. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of...
Stoneware
‘Chamotte’ Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Berlin, BE
‘Chamotte’ Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund Chamottered stoneware from Rörstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Ar...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Stoneware "GN ARU" Bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund stoneware "GN ARU" bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Beautiful stoneware bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand in shades of blue and brown trim hares fur glaze. Signe...
Ceramic
Stoneware Floor Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Statuesque stoneware floor vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a clean form with beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish ceramic a...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Igloo Vase Green with Stripes, Scandinavian, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A rustic stoneware vase by Swedish designer Gunnar Nylund (1904-97) for Rörstrand, Sweden. It belongs to the Igloo series which Nylund designed in 1965. The vase is made ca 1960s to ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$3,275Sale Price|20% Off
Gunnar Nylund 45cm Mother-of-pearl 1936 Lamp Rorstrand Sweden
By rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Forest, BE
This is a real lamp in mother of pearl finish by Swedish master ceramicist Gunnar Nylund. Made in 1936. It's a real lamp not as most of them a vase transformed as a lamp. There's a n...
Clay, Linen
Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Berlin, BE
Vase in ceramic by Gunnar Nylund Stoneware from Rörstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Gunnar Nylund Si...
Ceramic
Rörstrand, Table Lamp, Green Glazed Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A green, glazed stoneware table lamp designed and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.75” H x 5.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4” Top ...
Metal
A Chamotte Ceramic Table Lamp by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
A small, course-glazed table lamp designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. The lamp base made of chamotte stoneware, glazed in a rich turquoise color. Price includes new wiring, lamp...
Ceramic
Birger Kaipiainen Ceramic Plate with Flower and Beaded Detailing Rörstrand
By Birger Kaipiainen, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
This beautifully glazed stoneware plate, measuring 25 x 23 cm, is a stunning example of Birger Kaipiainen’s artistry, featuring intricate bead details and a lustrous glaze. The decor...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Big Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedish ceramic artist and designer known for his significant contributions to the field of ceramic art and pottery. He was a prominent figur...
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp "Capri" for Rörstrand by Gertrud Lönegren, 1950s
By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Scandinavian modern table lamp "Capri" in glazed earthenware for Rörstrand by Gertrud Lönegren, made in the 1950s. Underside marked with ‘L33’. 22 cm high with a diameter of 17 cm. N...
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Ceramic Bowl
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A unique bowl designed by Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Bowl features a unique baby blue color palette with details around inter...
Ceramic
Rörstrand, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A red-glazed and incised stoneware table lamp produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1960s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.25” H x 4.75” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Di...
Stoneware
$299Sale Price / set|20% Off
Rörstrand, Glunt, Soup Turin & Soup Plates & Ladle, 1960s
By Rörstrand
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: The four soup plates, the laddle and the soup tureen on offer here are manufactured by the Swedish firm Rörstrand, the designer of the form / pattern was Christ...
Earthenware, Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Carl-Harry Stalhane, Handpainted Vase, Rorstrand Sweden 1943
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Carl-Harry Stålhane, unique hand decorated Scandinavian modern vase, executed by Rörstrand, signed and dated 1943. A fantastic theme with boat, flowers, birds and gigant fish. Signe...
Stoneware
Vintage Midcentury Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Large stoneware floor vase by Gunnar Nylund in a classic shape. Beautiful glaze that alternates between purple and clear blue in dramatic splashes.
Stoneware
Gertrud Lönegren, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in High Point, NC
A white-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" for Rör...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair of Stoneware Lamps by Inger Persson
By Rörstrand, Inger Persson
Located in New York, NY
Large pair of stoneware table lamps model 8441 by Inger Persson Ateljé for Rörstrand. Made in the 1960s they are part of a collection of decorative objects and lamps that Inger Perss...
Stoneware
Ceramic Pendant Ceiling Lights, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of three rare bone china pendant lights by Carl-Harry Stålhane. Designed with an asymmetric, graphic pattern which varies in density, creating a beautiful effect when lit.
Ceramic
Inger Persson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Inger Persson
Located in High Point, NC
An orange-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Inger Persson and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.35” H x 4.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (i...
Stoneware
Kerstin Hörnlund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A matte grey-glazed stoneware vase designed by Kerstin Hörnlund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Stoneware
Sylvia Leuchovius, Square Tray
By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product description: This item has been designed by Sylvia Leuchovius and produced by the Swedish firm Rörstrand. Sylvia is not as famous as Lisa Larson but definitely has a unique ...
Earthenware
Inger Persson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Inger Persson
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and blue-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Inger Persson and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.25” H x 4.5” Diameter Dimensions of S...
Stoneware
Scandinavian Art Deco Ceramic Candleholder by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand
By Ilse Claesson, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
This refined Art Deco glazed ceramic candle was designed by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand in Sweden, circa 1930. It features a stylized hour glass form with a striated onyx glazed base...
Ceramic
Collection of Ceramic Vessels by Carl Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Sweden, 1950
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have gathered a Groupe of 2 pieces, made at Rörstrand during the midcentury. The pieces are designed by Carl Harry Stålhane. Their slick minimalistic and elegant form make a perfe...
Stoneware