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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Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Handled Vase Yellow Glaze, Scandinavian Mid-Century
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
An elegant handled vase by Swedish designer Gunnar Nylund (1904-97) for Rörstrand, Sweden. Made ca 1940s to 50s. The vase is made from stoneware and it comes in a rare version wit...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Stoneware bowl by Marianne Westman Ateljé for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Marianne Westman
Located in New York, NY
1960s hand thrown stoneware bowl by Marianne Westman Ateljé for Rörstrand. The outer surface in white partially covers an inner spiral design shape with rustic and burnt marks, all p...
Stoneware
Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand Budded Vase Beige Green and Rustic, Sweden, 1960s
By Hertha Bengtson, Palshus, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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
Carl Harry Stålhane, Unique Vase, Rörstrand
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: This unique vase was designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. Stålhane's works are well known for their quality and his versatility as an artist is renowned. Stålhane ...
Earthenware
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
Swedish Mid-Century Modern "Sarek" Ceramic Vase by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand
By Olle Alberius, Rörstrand
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...
Ceramic
Sylvia Leuchovius, Large, Rare Decorative Plate / Platter, Scandinavian Modern
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Sylvia Leuchovius
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sylvia Leuchovius (1915–2003) swedish artist, worked for Rörstrand, Sweden mid-1900s. This large, rare decorative plate / platter with its di...
Ceramic
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand
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...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Unique Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A unique green stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware
Midcentury Blue Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely blue ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase is 12.5 cm (5") tall and in excellent condition except from some minor marks in the glaze at the top...
Stoneware
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. With incised decor on one side.
Stoneware
$1,425Sale Price|20% Off
Rörstrand Swedish Modern Blue Chamotte Ceramic Vase, 1972
By Drejargruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Striking midcentury handmade and hand decorated chamotte clay ceramic vase made by the then secret Swedish ceramic artist group, Drejargruppen, for Rörstrand in 1972. Shiny blue fully glazed cylinder shaped vase with navy blue organic peacock decor...
Ceramic, Pottery, Clay
Gunnar Nylund Floor Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Brown, Circa 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large floor vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 39.5 cm high and it is in very good condition except from some scratches in the glaze.
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Art Deco, Yellow.
By Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand
Located in Malmö, SE
Stunning and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Great condition. Firin...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$427Sale Price|20% Off
Gunnar Nylund "ASX" Bowl Blue Brown Haresfur Glaze for Rörstrand Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Oblong ceramic "ASX" tray / bowl by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden. Made ca 1960s. This is one of the harder to find pieces and it has the most beautiful blue, slightly green ...
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
Gunnar Nylund, Large Decorative Ceramic Vase / Carafe, Scandinavian Modern
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful decorative carafe / vase in ceramic by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, Mid-1900s. Signed. In good condition, normal minimal makers defects and smaller signs of age a...
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SYA 28 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
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.25"H x 2.25"W x 2.25"D All items ship from ...
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a sleek form, with eggshell glaze and a subtle graphic pattern. Flecks of brown and white around the rim and base. Carl-Harry Stå...
Stoneware
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Gunnar Nylund Magenta Chamotte, Porcelain Vase for Rorstrand, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Exceptional Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern handmade chamotte clay and porcelain vase by acclaimed Swedish designer Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. Chamotte body with shiny deep raspber...
Stoneware, Pottery, Porcelain, Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Brown and Yellow-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and yellow-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Brown and Yellow-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and yellow-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware
Blue Stoneware Bowl by Vilhelm Bjerke Petersen for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
By Vilhelm Bjerke Petersen, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful asymmetric stoneware bowl with amazing hand-painted decor. Designed by Danish artist Vilhelm Bjerke Petersen for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. No chips or c...
Ceramic, 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
Unique Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand Sweden 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
Unique stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Ateljé, Sweden, 1960s. Great condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. Signed 'CHS', 'ATELJÉ' and ma...
Ceramic, Stoneware
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...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Scandinavian Midcentury Ceramic Vase for Rörstrand 1960s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, made in Sweden, marked on the bottom, in matte enamel, 1960s. Dimensions: Height 22 cm, diameter 8 cm.
Ceramic, Stoneware
Light Blue Lidded Stoneware Urn by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware urn with amazing relief pattern in the form of birds in trees. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Good condition. Factory second due to ...
Ceramic, 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
Small Yellow Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Impressed 'Lönegren', 'Rörstrand' and ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A beige, brown and grey-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
White Art Deco Stoneware Globe Vase by Gunnar Nylund. ALP Rörstrand Sweden 1930s
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, ALP Lidköping 1
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
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Bowl, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
An organic brown-glazed stoneware bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. “RÖRSTRAND SWEDEN” sticker.
Stoneware
White Art Deco Chamotte Candlesticks by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful white candlesticks in chamotte stoneware. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s Great condition. No chips, cracks or ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Orange-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
An orange, glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A black and beige-glazed unique vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware
Unique Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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...
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Art Deco, Yellow.
By Gertrud Lönegren, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Malmö, SE
Stunning and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Excellent condition. S...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A black and brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
Stoneware
Set of 2 Art Deco Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s
By ALP Lidköping 1, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
Set of 2 stoneware Art Deco vases with beautiful brown glaze. Foot and mouth detailed in gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfabrik), Sweden, 1930s. Great or...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-glazed fluted stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A grey and brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
White Art Deco Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand
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...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Stoneware Bowl
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A charming bowl designed by Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Bowl features a grayish blue body with an off white rim, some hues to ...
Stoneware
Set of Vase / Plate "Sarek" by Olle Alberius, Sweden 1960s
By Rörstrand, Olle Alberius
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of plate & vase from the Sarek serie, designed by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, Sweden 1960s. Size refers to the vase.
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane Signed Rörstrand Studio Swedish Scandinavian Midcentury Bowl
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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...
Stoneware
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...
Stoneware
Hertha Bengtson for Rorstrand Vide Poche
By Rörstrand, Hertha Bengtson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful low dish, designed by Hertha Bengtson for Rorstrand. Would work well as a vide poche/ catchall. Great organic chunky texture to the glaze
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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...
Stoneware
Yellow Stoneware Vase by Marianne Westman for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Marianne Westman
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...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of 3 Stoneware Miniatures by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Berndt Friberg, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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 Rare One-Off Hand Signed Bowl for Rörstrand Sweden 1967
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Meer, VAN
Carl-Harry Stålhane Unique Hand Signed Bowl for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1967. A rare one-off. This is a unique and hand signed sizable studio pottery bowl by Carl-Harry Stålhane for the...
Pottery
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By rorstrand studio, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Brown Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A brown glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Green Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Pitcher, Green Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A green glazed stoneware pitcher designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
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 Rorstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Gunnar Nylund Size: 16 H cm.
Ceramic