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.
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Carl-Harry Stålhane Table Lamp, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Glazed stoneware, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by the Swedish firm Rörstrand, 1950s. Height: 46 cm
Stoneware
Mid-century Modern Green Hedgehog Vase by Gunnar Nylund för Rörstrand, Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Mid-century Modern green hedgehog vase by Gunnar Nylund, (1904 - 1997) för Rörstrand, Sweden. Stamped. In mint condition. This beautiful example of Swedish Modernist design is the '...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A small brown-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10” H x 5.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden Teapot Brown Green Glaze, Ceramic 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Saxbo, Berndt Friberg, Palshus
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Teapot designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden. The teapot has a beautiful brown haresfur glaze with green accents. The handle is original and is made of bamboo wrapped with r...
Ceramic
Marianne Westman for Rörstrand Studio Vase, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Marianne Westman
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
Marianne Westman for Rörstrand Studio Vase, Sweden, 1960s Stoneware • Height 23 cm • Diameter 16 cm Signed: R / MW / ATELJÉ / SWEDEN A beautifully hand-thrown stoneware vase by Mari...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund 'Ritzi' Vase in Sand Glaze, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare vase from the ‘Ritzi’ series was designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden in the 1960s. It is marked on the underside with the Rörstrand Sweden stamp, ...
Ceramic
Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large floor vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Rare model and the largest that was designed by Nylund and serially produced by Rörstrand during the 1950s. Rare polychrome glaze shifting...
Stoneware
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
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SOC VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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 Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A beige, brown and grey-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Green Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful green ceramic vase with a stunning speckled harfur glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 23 cm (9.2.) tall. It´s in excellent condition and marked as ...
Stoneware
Floor Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Berlin, BE
Floor vase in ceramic by Gunnar Nylund Stoneware from Rorstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Gunnar Nylund Size: 62 H cm Diameter: 13 cm.
Ceramic
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
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
Gunnar Nylund ARO Stoneware Bowl with Hares Fur Glaze Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gunnar Nylund ARO stoneware bowl with hares fur glaze Rorstrand Sweden 1960s Measurements: 4" wide, 3" deep, 1" high in center and 1.5" high edges. In...
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Rust Ocher & Blue Glazed Pottery Vide-Poche, 1960
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Carl Harry Stålhane (b. 1969) Edition Rörstrand Pair of Rust, Ocher & Blue Glazed Pottery Vide-Poches mounted in Sterling Silver Base, Sweden, 1960, Stamped: Swedish Silver Mark, sig...
Sterling Silver
‘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 Rorstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Gunnar Nylund Size: 16 H cm.
Ceramic
$1,246Sale Price|30% Off
Midcentury Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
The green/brown glaze is amazing and works wonderful with the shape and form of this vase that’s a not so usual one to come by. Very nice condition. Dimensions: Height 24 cm,...
Ceramic
Blue & White Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
By rorstrand studio, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful "Banderillo" stoneware vase. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Great original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Stamped with signature 'G.N....
Ceramic, 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 Artist: Gunnar Nylund Size: 12 H cm.
Ceramic
Gertrud Lönegren, Pair of Gray Stoneware Table Lamps for Rörstrand, Sweden 1940s
By Gertrud Lönegren, Gustavsberg, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of grey, beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace stoneware spherical globe table lamps. Made by Gertrud Lönegren for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great original condition. No chips, ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
‘Chamotte’ Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Berlin, BE
‘Chamotte’ Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund Chamottered stoneware from Rörstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Ar...
Ceramic
Scandinavian Ceramic Pichet, Model AXQ
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian ceramic pichet, model AXQ signed.
Ceramic
$1,407Sale Price / set|30% Off
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Ceramic pieces Sweden 1950 Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Three wonderful pieces made in Sweden during the 1950s at Rörstrand factory and designed by Gunnar Nylund The vases have nice antique look in a modern shape. The vases are nicely sc...
Ceramic
Unique Stoneware Globe Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
By Hertha Bengtson, Herta Bengtson, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful and unique stoneware spherical vase with amazing hand-painted decor. Made by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Midcentury Modern stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a strict and clean form. Smooth black glaze..
Stoneware
Blue Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful ceramic vase with a stunning blue harfur glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 28.5 cm (11.4.) tall. It´s in excellent condition and marked as 1st qua...
Stoneware
Glazed Ceramic Grey Vase, Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Marianne Westman
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Marianne Westman for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
Ceramic
Stunning Gray Ceramic Vase - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stunning gray speckled, miniature ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 9.5 cm (3.8") tall. It is in excellent condition and marked as 2nd quality. Gun...
Stoneware
Chamotte stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand 1930s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large chamotte stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund. Hand made at Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1930s. Round vase made from chamotte clay with a rustic expression. Glazed in shi...
Stoneware
Large Gunnar Nylund Blue Glazed Ceramic Vase for Rörstrand, Sweden
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a striking large ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden. Standing nearly 16 inches tall, the vase has an elongated silhouette with a gently rounded lowe...
Ceramic, Pottery
Rare Large Milk-White Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Farsta, SE
Rare Large Milk-White Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s The vase is marked as 1st quality and is in excellent condition. Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned S...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,447Sale Price / set|30% Off
Mid-Century Modern Set of 5 Stoneware Pieces Rörstrand Sylvia Leuchovius, 1970s
By Rörstrand, Sylvia Leuchovius
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This set containing a collection of 5 pieces ceramic was designed by Sylvia Leuchovius and produced at the famous Rörstrand factory. They are made in heavy stoneware and all of them ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
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
$1,185Sale Price / set|20% Off
Art Nouveau Majolica Blackberries Seven Pieces Rörstrand Sweden 1910
By Rörstrand
Located in Uppsala , SE
Art Nouveau Majolica set Rörstrand Sweden Majolica is a type of earthenware covered with an opaque white glaze, and then painted with decorative stains and oxides before firing. This...
Ceramic
Harald Salomon Rörstrand Blanc de Chine Porcelain Figurine Set, 1943
By Harald Salomon, Rörstrand
Located in Bochum, NRW
Harald Salomon for Rörstrand - Blanc de Chine White Glazed Porcelain Set of Six Figurines, 1943-1945 Exceptional set of six Blanc de Chine hard‑paste porcelain figurines designed by ...
Porcelain
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A white, glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.31" Height x 3.75" Diameter All items ship from Hi...
Stoneware
$551Sale Price|31% Off
Rörstrand Drejargruppen Ceramic Decorative Bowl, 1974
By Drejargruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage stoneware decorative bowl designed by the artist group Drejargruppen for Rörstrand in 1974. Glazed in sand, terracotta, parchment and brown colors with black hand painted cir...
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Brown Vintage Stoneware Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand Sweden 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A light brown bowl with a lovely glaze, it is designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 9 cm (3.6") high and 14 cm (5.6") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition, marked a...
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane Ceiling light designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
Carl-Harry Stålhane Ceiling light designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Porcelain.
Porcelain
Vintage Midcentury Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Large stoneware floor vase by Gunnar Nylund in a classical shape, glazed in beautiful ochre and light brown. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and designers ...
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Monkey Sculpture, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Adorable stoneware monkey sculpture by Gunnar Nylund, glazed white and dark brown. Beautifully sculpted, with a reflecting expression. Gunnar Nylund’s animal figurines are among his ...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund 'Rubus' Stoneware Bowl, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1965
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in The Hague, NL
This stoneware bowl was designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced in Sweden in the late 1960s. Nylund designed many classics for the Swedish ceramic factory Rörstrand. One of the most ...
Stoneware
Handmade Sunflower Plate by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rörstrand Atelier, Sweden 1971
By Rörstrand, Sylvia Leuchovius
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Designed by Sylvia Leuchovius and produced by the renowned Swedish firm Rörstrand, this item showcases her unique style, influenced by Finnish designers like Birger Kaipianen and Rut...
Stoneware
Dark Blue Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand Midcentury Modern
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A dark blue ceramic vase with a har-fur glaze designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 25 cm (10") tall. It is in excellent condition. It is 1st quality. Carl-Harry Stålh...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Stoneware Pitcher, Glazed, Scandinavian, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Elegant stoneware pitcher designed by Gunnar Nylund, manufactured at Rörstrand (Stockholm) in Sweden during the 1940s. Signed. In very good vintage condition. this stoneware pitcher ...
Stoneware
$1,568Sale Price / set|30% Off
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
Tall Night Blue Carl-Harry Staalhane Table Lamp by Rörstrand in Sweden, 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall and slender table lamp designed by the famous Swedish ceramist Carl-Harry Staalhane (1920-1990) and manufactured by Rörstrand Sweden. The lamp foot is decorated with glossy mid...
Ceramic, Fabric
Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Sca...
Stoneware
Olle Alberius Large Gradient Blue Ceramic Table Lamp, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Loro Piana, Olle Alberius, Rörstrand
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking lamp was designed by Olle Alberius and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden in the 1960s. The base is marked on the bottom with Rörstrand’s symbol (R), "OA" for Olle Alberiu...
Ceramic, Fabric, Linen
Blue Chamotte Ceramic Bowl by Charlotte Hamilton for Rörstrand, 1940s
By Rörstrand
Located in Bochum, NRW
A large chamotte stoneware bowl (plate) by Swedish designer Charlotte Hamilton (1883-1980) produced by Rörstrand 1946-49. Decorated with a large leaf, in contrast tones of light and...
Stoneware
Swedish Koka Blue, Blau, Bla Series Bowl with Lid Hertha Bengtson Rörstrand
By Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Koka Blue, Blau, Bla Series Bowl with Lid by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, 1950s
Ceramic
RÖRSTRAND Floral ceramic vase designed by the DREJAR GRUPPEN group in 1973
By Drejar Gruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Bochum, NRW
Swedish Art Pottery Vase by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand, 1973, Hand‑Made & Hand‑Decorated A noteworthy hand‑decorated piece of Swedish art pottery created by the Drejargruppen ...
Ceramic
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
Gunnar Nylund, Hedgehog Large Chamotte Ceramic Table Lamp, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Bochum, NRW
Designed by Gunnar Nylund (1904–1997) for Rörstrand, this mid-century table lamp - colloquially known as “the hedgehog” - is a sculptural study in texture and form. It belongs to th...
Ceramic
Organic Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Hägersten, SE
Stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. Hand made at Rörstrand in the 1950s. Made from stoneware with a glaze "shifting in between brown and black. Very good vintage conditio...
Stoneware
Ceramic Vase with Blue, Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully glazed mid-century vase executed by Marianne Westman for the venerable Swedish based ceramics firm Rorstrand. Signed.
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand “California” , Sweden, 1950s (Set of 5)
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A sculptural five-piece ceramic set designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, circa 1950s, from the sought-after “California” series. The group comprises two elegantly ...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund, "ARA" Model Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed stoneware vase, "ARA" Model, designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 6.56" Height x 3.87" Diameter All items...
Stoneware
Stunning Green Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A green bowl with a stunning glaze below, it is designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 6.5 cm (2.6") tall and 21.5 cm (8.6") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition, ma...
Ceramic, Stoneware