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Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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.

Find vintage Rörstrand serveware, decorative objects, lighting and more on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Rörstrand
Kerstin Hörnlund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1970s
By Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A grey-glazed stoneware vase, designed by Kersin Hörnlund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1970s.
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1970s Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Large Stoneware Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Brown Rubus, Mid-Century Modern
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A stoneware vase in the Rubus-serie designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it is 22.5 cm (9") high. It is in mint condition but marked as 2nd quality. Gunnar Nylund was born in ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Glazed Ceramic Grey Vase, 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.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Brown Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Midcentury Vintage
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 25 cm (10") high and 7 cm (2.8") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality. Gunnar Nylund wa...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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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.
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950s, Mid Century Vintage, Scandinavian Design
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 20 cm (8") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor scratches and marks in the glaze, it is marked a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Group of 3 Brown Vases & Bowl, Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund, Mid-Century Vintage
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A group of three vases and a bowl in a brown glaze designed by CGunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. The vases are 16.5, 16.5, 7.5 and 14.5 cm high and the bowl is 17.5 x 11 cm in diameter. T...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Glazed Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
An orange / yellow / brown glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund (Swedish, 1914-1997) and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Nylund served as artistic director at Rö...
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1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Glazed Incised 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.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Beige-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-glazed stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Marked and signed to underside.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Lovely Ceramic Vase Speckled Glaze, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with a lovely speckled glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 25.5 cm high and in very good condition except from some minor marks in the glaze why it is marked a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Brown Ceramic Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand, 1950s Scandinavian Mid century
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 31 cm high and it´s in very good condition except from some minor marks in the glaze from the production, why ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Atelier, Mid-Century Brown Vase
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A beautiful mid-century Swedish vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand Atelier, Sweden, the vase is 11.5 cm high and in excellent condition. This vase was designed and produced in the mid-century. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to Mid century Scandinavian...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Mid-Century Ceramic Vase 'Eterna' by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Västra Frölunda, SE
This is a vintage stoneware vase designed by the prestigious and well known artist /designer Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. This cylindrical ceramic vase from the series ETERNA was mad...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Mid-Century Vase in Ceramic by Marianne Westman, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Marianne Westman
Located in Lejre, DK
Decorative ceramic vase designed by Marianne Westman and made by Rörstrand, Made in Sweden. Great original condition.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Mid Century Gunnar Nylund Ceramic Vase, Rörstrand, circa 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century ceramic artist Gunnar Nylund's Glazed Stoneware Vase made for Rörstrand, circa 1950s. Incised signature and studio mark to underside: [R Rubus GN Sweden 9]. Image 7: Gun...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Rörstrand, Bertil Lundgren - Miniature vase
By Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Miniature ceramic vase made by Bertil Lundgren for Rörstrand in the 1950's. Contact us for any questions!
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane vases and trays , Sweden 1960
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Bronx, NY
Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand dark blue ceramic trays Sweden, 1960. Set of two trays and two vases in a blue/grey glaze Vases 9.5" and 11" Trays...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great condition. Incised makers mark, Rörstrands three crowns. Gunnar Nylun...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Vicke Lindstrand, Ekeby Urn and and Ceramic Box with Lid, Sweden, 1960
By Rörstrand
Located in Bronx, NY
Ekeby ceramics, Sweden, 1960s set consisting of an urn and a jar in a blue/turquoise dual glaze layer that shows the underlying ceramic that shines through on the edges designed by V...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

1950s de Carl-Harry Stålhane ''Raindrop'' Enameled Stoneware Vase
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Madrid, ES
Raindrop Enameled Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Sweden, 1950s. Very good condition. vintage product without defects.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SOQ VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The work of Carl-Harry Stalhane, who supported the golden age of Rorstrand with Gunnar Nylund and was active as a designer and art director. Stoneware in the form of simple lines, pr...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Swedish Modern Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, circa 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Örebro, SE
A stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, most likely produced in 1960s. From the rare production series at Rörstands named "Atelje-gods", informally referred...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stalhane / Unique Vase / Rorstrand / 1957
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The work of Carl-Harry Stalhane, who supported the golden age of Rorstrand with Gunnar Nylund and was active as a designer and art director. There are three types of his art pieces: ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

A Carl-Harry Stålhane "STB" bottle shaped vase by Rörstrand, ca. 1957
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Aachen, DE
A bottle shaped vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden in 1957. This is the Design STB from Stålhane's Alphabet-Vases, a simple but elegant bottle shape, in this ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Ceramic Vase in Gray Glaze, 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.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Ceramic Vase in Yellow Glaze, 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.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Vase with Blue, 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.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund Stoneware Vases for Rörstrand Sweden, 1960
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Bronx, NY
Stoneware collection of 3 Chamotte vases by Gunanr nylund by Rörstrand Sweden, heavy colorful shiny glazes signed by the artist on the bottom.  
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Carl-Harry Stalhane / SNK VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP
The work of Carl-Harry Stalhane, who supported the golden age of Rorstrand with Gunnar Nylund and was active as a designer and art director. Stoneware in the form of simple lines, pr...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Ceramic Vase with Blue, 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.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Vessel designed by Signe Persson-Melin for Rörstand, Sweden, 1970s
By Signe Persson-Melin, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vessel designed by Signe Persson-Melin for Rörstand, Sweden, 1970s. Stoneware. Signed. H: 18 cm W: 18.5 cm D: 16 cm
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Rörstrand vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Rörstrand vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original vases and vessels 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 vases and vessels by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Stig Lindberg, and Gunnar Nylund. Prices for Rörstrand vases and vessels 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 $1,347.
Questions About Rörstrand Vases and Vessels
  • 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.

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