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Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Swedish

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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Creator: Rörstrand
Unique Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Unique Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Unique Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Elegant, unique stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a smooth, tapering form with a wide brim. Eggshell white glaze with “Mimosa” pattern. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the st...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Swedish Mid-Century Modern "Sarek" Ceramic Vase by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand
Swedish Mid-Century Modern "Sarek" Ceramic Vase by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand

Swedish Mid-Century Modern "Sarek" Ceramic Vase by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand

By Rörstrand, Olle Alberius

Located in New York, NY

This refined Mid-Century Modern "Sarek" vase was desinged by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand in Sweden circa 1960. Handcrafted and glazed in a sophisticated dove gray hue with concentric...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in High Point, NC

An orange-brown, glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.  Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.68" Height x 3.68" Diameter All items shi...

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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Brown Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund. ALP Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Brown Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund. ALP Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s

Brown Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund. ALP Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s

By Gunnar Nylund, ALP Lidköping 1, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio

Located in Malmö, SE

A stoneware art deco vase with beautiful brown glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfabrik), Sweden, 1930s. Good condition. But second grade becau...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Porcelain Wolf by Waldemar Lindström for Rörstrand
Porcelain Wolf by Waldemar Lindström for Rörstrand

Porcelain Wolf by Waldemar Lindström for Rörstrand

By Rörstrand

Located in Savannah, GA

A porcelain sculpture of a wolf by Waldemar Lindström for Rörstrand, early 20th century. Impressed signature to plinth. 11 inches wide by 6 ½ inches deep 7 inches tall

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Early 20th Century Swedish Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

A Classic Elegant "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
A Classic Elegant "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

A Classic Elegant "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Stockholm, SE

A Classic elegant "Aro" ceramic bowl by Gunnar Nylund. Shades in blue and brown glaze. Made for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Inscribed with artist signature and Rorstand studio mark. E...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Blue and Brown-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Blue and Brown-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Blue and Brown-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in High Point, NC

A brown and blue-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s. Overall Dimension (inches):  9.25"H x 2.65"W x 2.65"D All items ship from ...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in High Point, NC

A brown glazed stoneware vase designed and produced by Carl-Harry Stålhane. Produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 5.5" Height x 7.8" Diameter All items...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in High Point, NC

A vase in blue-glazed stoneware, designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Overall Dimension (inches):  8"H x 2.5"W x 2.5"D All items ship from High...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Scandinavian Art Deco Ceramic Candleholder by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand
Scandinavian Art Deco Ceramic Candleholder by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand

Scandinavian Art Deco Ceramic Candleholder by Ilse Claesson for Rörstrand

By Rörstrand, Ilse Claesson

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...

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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

By Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren

Located in Malmö, SE

Beautiful Swedish Grace vase with hand-carved decor. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand' and 'LÖNEGREN. Gertrud L...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Art Deco Vase in Brown and Gold by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s
Art Deco Vase in Brown and Gold by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

Art Deco Vase in Brown and Gold by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

By ALP Lidköping 1, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware art deco vase. Amazing glaze with hand-painted details in gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfabrik), Sweden, 1930s. Good condition, s...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Blue & Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Blue & Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

Blue & Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

By Gunnar Nylund, Wilhelm Kage, Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren

Located in Malmö, SE

Beautiful Art Deco /Swedish Grace vase with hand-painted decor. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand' and 'HANDMÅLAD...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Vintage Midcentury Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s
Vintage Midcentury Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1940s

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 classic shape. Beautiful glaze that alternates between purple and clear blue in dramatic splashes.

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Incised signature 'NYLUND' and makers mark, Rörstrands three...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.

Stoneware Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.

By Herta Bengtson, Rörstrand, Hertha Bengtson

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Signed 'Bengtson' and 'R' för Rörstrand. Hertha Bengtson (1917-1993) is one of the well-known representatives of the illustrious Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century. She was one of the leading designers for the Rörstrand factory in the 1950s. Bengtson is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design. Hertha Bengtson was born in Ysane in Blekinge and grew up on a farm with her four brothers. Her parents were Henning and Asta Bengtson. Her father was a jack-of-all-trades and ran both a mink farm and a shop alongside his farm, which was the least of his interests. Her mother, to whom Hertha Bengtson was very close, was a skilled weaver. Hertha Bengtson's interest in textiles and handicrafts came from her mother. From her grandmother she inherited Scanian country textile knowledge and from her grandmother’s neighbour she learned to tat the Scanian way, without patterns. Upon completing her education at a girls’ school, Hertha Bengtson wanted to become a drawing teacher. However, there was no money to continue her formal education. Hertha Bengtson achieved top marks in drawing and handicrafts and therefore gained a place as a handicrafts teacher at one of the region’s elementary schools. During her time at the girls’ school, she had also taken evening classes in porcelain painting. In 1937 she applied to Hackefors’ porcelain factory in Linköping where she became employed as a pattern designer. Hertha Bengtson was interested in all aspects of the factory and when the men were called up for military service at the outbreak of the Second World War, she became head of her department at age 22. Hertha Bengtson wanted to create her own porcelain. She applied to and became employed at Rörstrand’s porcelain factory in 1941, where she started as a pattern designer but quickly became a master designer. Hertha Bengtson’s ability to combine beauty with function was fundamental to her success as a designer. Her breakthrough came with the innovative blue-and-white tableware...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stålhane Hare's Fur Glaze Bowl for Rörstrand
Carl-Harry Stålhane Hare's Fur Glaze Bowl for Rörstrand

Carl-Harry Stålhane Hare's Fur Glaze Bowl for Rörstrand

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Kramfors, SE

Stoneware bowl by Carl-Harry Stålhane with hare’s fur glaze. The bowl is glazed with muted but fiery shades of yellow, orange and brown. The result is a bowl...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stålhane Signed Rörstrand Studio Swedish Scandinavian Midcentury Bowl
Carl-Harry Stålhane Signed Rörstrand Studio Swedish Scandinavian Midcentury Bowl

Carl-Harry Stålhane Signed Rörstrand Studio Swedish Scandinavian Midcentury Bowl

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully designed, richly, and deeply blue-colored/ glazed ceramic bowl by famed Swedish designer Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweeden. The craftsmanship and color are stu...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Olle Alberius Ceramic Scandinavian Vase "Sarek" for Rörstrand, 1960
Olle Alberius Ceramic Scandinavian Vase "Sarek" for Rörstrand, 1960

Olle Alberius Ceramic Scandinavian Vase "Sarek" for Rörstrand, 1960

By Rörstrand, Olle Alberius

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Scandinavian ceramic vase “Sarek” in matt enamel designed by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, made in Sweden, marked on the bottom, 1960s.

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Small Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Small Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.

Small Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Incised with signature ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

By rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Great original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Incised with signature ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Small Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Small Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

Small Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Incised with signat...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

By rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Incised with signat...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.

By rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Incised with signat...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Wilhelm Kåge Farsta Bowl, Gustavsberg, 1940s
Wilhelm Kåge Farsta Bowl, Gustavsberg, 1940s

Wilhelm Kåge Farsta Bowl, Gustavsberg, 1940s

By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

Wilhelm Kåge Farsta Bowl. Measures: Diameter 16 cm Height: 11 cm

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio

Located in Malmö, SE

A large and beautiful stoneware vase with two small handles and amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "NYLU...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ateljé, Sweden, 1940s
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ateljé, Sweden, 1940s

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ateljé, Sweden, 1940s

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a classic rounded form. Glazed in ochre and light brown.

Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Incised signature "MW" and "R" för Rörstrand. Marianne Westm...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Large and Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Large and Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Large and Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

Unique, large stoneware vase with amazing relief decor and glaze. Made by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Signed 'CHS-e', 'ATELJÉ' and make...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Blue and White Stoneware Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Blue and White Stoneware Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.

Blue and White Stoneware Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.

By Hertha Bengtson, rorstrand studio, Herta Bengtson, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing hand-painted decor. Made by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Excellent condition. Signed 'Bengtson' and 'R' för Rörstrand. Hertha Bengtson (1917-1993) is one of the well-known representatives of the illustrious Swedish ceramic design of the 20th century. She was one of the leading designers for the Rörstrand factory in the 1950s. Bengtson is represented at the Swedish National Museum of Art and Design. Hertha Bengtson was born in Ysane in Blekinge and grew up on a farm with her four brothers. Her parents were Henning and Asta Bengtson. Her father was a jack-of-all-trades and ran both a mink farm and a shop alongside his farm, which was the least of his interests. Her mother, to whom Hertha Bengtson was very close, was a skilled weaver. Hertha Bengtson's interest in textiles and handicrafts came from her mother. From her grandmother she inherited Scanian country textile knowledge and from her grandmother’s neighbour she learned to tat the Scanian way, without patterns. Upon completing her education at a girls’ school, Hertha Bengtson wanted to become a drawing teacher. However, there was no money to continue her formal education. Hertha Bengtson achieved top marks in drawing and handicrafts and therefore gained a place as a handicrafts teacher at one of the region’s elementary schools. During her time at the girls’ school, she had also taken evening classes in porcelain painting. In 1937 she applied to Hackefors’ porcelain factory in Linköping where she became employed as a pattern designer. Hertha Bengtson was interested in all aspects of the factory and when the men were called up for military service at the outbreak of the Second World War, she became head of her department at age 22. Hertha Bengtson wanted to create her own porcelain. She applied to and became employed at Rörstrand’s porcelain factory in 1941, where she started as a pattern designer but quickly became a master designer. Hertha Bengtson’s ability to combine beauty with function was fundamental to her success as a designer. Her breakthrough came with the innovative blue-and-white tableware...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By rorstrand studio, Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "MW" and "R" för Rörstrand. Marianne W...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Set of 3 Porcelain Crown Window Bowls by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933.
Set of 3 Porcelain Crown Window Bowls by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933.

Set of 3 Porcelain Crown Window Bowls by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933.

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A set of three beautiful porcelain crown window bowls. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1933. Excellent condition. First sorting. Stamped 'Rörstrand' and 'Sweden'....

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Large Brown Stoneware Floor Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden 1960s
Large Brown Stoneware Floor Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden 1960s

Large Brown Stoneware Floor Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden 1960s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A large and rare stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Signed 'CHS' and makers mark 'R' with three cro...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

By rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Slightly askew. Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rör...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By rorstrand studio, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

Unique stoneware vase with amazing relief decor and glaze. Made by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Factory second due to no obvious reason. ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

White Art Deco Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
White Art Deco Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

White Art Deco Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio

Located in Malmö, SE

A grand white vase in chamotte stoneware. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition. There is a glaze miss on the inside of t...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Unique Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Unique Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

Unique Large Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A large and unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "NYLUND" and makers mark "R" ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A pair of beautiful stoneware vases with identical relief pattern and amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Incised signature "G...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with handle and amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and Rörstrands three cr...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and Rörstrands three crowns. Gun...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Brown Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Pair of Brown Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Malmö, SE

Set of 2 stoneware vases with amazing brown glaze. Designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Factory second (due to some imperfections in the gla...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Blue Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Blue Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

Blue Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A rare and beautiful stoneware vase with amazing blue glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Good condition. Factory second due to a glaze flaw on the rim, f...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "MW" and "R" för Rörstrand. Marianne W...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Excellent condition. Incised signature "MW" and "R" för Rörstrand. Marianne W...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

1960s Stoneware Bowl by Marianne Westman, Rörstrand
1960s Stoneware Bowl by Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

1960s Stoneware Bowl by Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

Located in New York, NY

Rare 1960s hand thrown stoneware bowl by Swedish artist Marianne Westman. On the inside there is spiral shape in a beautiful green glazing. Made at the Rörstrand Ateljé in Sweden whe...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large Axk Bowl Blue an Ocher Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large Axk Bowl Blue an Ocher Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Large Axk Bowl Blue an Ocher Hares Fur Glaze Sweden 1950

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand large AXK bowl blue an Ocher Hares Fur glaze Sweden 1950. This unique and large stoneware bowl is glazed with a delicate yet bold blue hares fur glaze with...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

1960's, Ceramic Set by Hertha Bengtsson for Rörstrand
1960's, Ceramic Set by Hertha Bengtsson for Rörstrand

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...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Malmö, SE

Unique stoneware vase with amazing relief decor and glaze. Made by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Signed 'CHS', 'ATELJÉ' and makers mark '...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Malmö, SE

Unique stoneware vase with amazing relief decor and glaze. Made by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Signed 'CHS', 'ATELJÉ' and makers mark '...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair of Early 20th century Ceramic Vases by Alf Wallander
Pair of Early 20th century Ceramic Vases by Alf Wallander

Pair of Early 20th century Ceramic Vases by Alf Wallander

By Alf Wallander, Rörstrand

Located in New York, NY

Stunning and rare set of early 20th Century Vases by the Swedish designer Alf Wallander for Rörstrand. As with many of Alf Wallanders ceramic pieces these vases have a art nouveau in...

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1910s Swedish Arts and Crafts Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

Unique stoneware vase with amazing relief decor and glaze. Made by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Signed 'CHS', 'ATELJÉ' and makers mark '...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s

Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s

By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Atelje Mottled Green Ceramic Bowl/ Low Vase
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Atelje Mottled Green Ceramic Bowl/ Low Vase

Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Atelje Mottled Green Ceramic Bowl/ Low Vase

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An unusual low vase or decorative bowl designed by Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. A wonderful predominately green glaze with areas of other colors showing through. A wonderful pi...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Rorstrand Fish Pottery Bowl by Carl Harry Stalhane -Sweden
Rorstrand Fish Pottery Bowl by Carl Harry Stalhane -Sweden

Rorstrand Fish Pottery Bowl by Carl Harry Stalhane -Sweden

By Rörstrand

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A beautifully handcrafted cream toned pottery stoneware bowl with ocean blue fish and bubble designs by artist Carl Harry Stalhane . The blue glaze on the body of the bowl gives the ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. Incised signature "MW" and "R" för Rörstrand. Marianne Westm...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s

Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s

By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren

Located in Malmö, SE

Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Collection of 2 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
Collection of 2 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s

Collection of 2 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

We have curated a group of stunning pieces of ceramics made in Sweden during the 1950s. These pieces have been gathered and put together by us, carefully sorted and now ready to be g...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Rörstrand decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Rörstrand decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Rörstrand decorative objects, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Rörstrand were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Stig Lindberg, and Gunnar Nylund. Prices for Rörstrand decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $56 and can go as high as $11,644, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,134.

Questions About Rörstrand Decorative Objects

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Rorstrand was made in Sweden and was considered one of Sweden’s oldest porcelain manufacturers, founded in 1726. Unfortunately, the company decided to close down their manufacturing plants in Sweden and move them to Hungary and Sri Lanka. The old factory is a Rorstrand museum today and owned by Fiskars. Shop a collection of authentic Rorstrand porcelain from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.