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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Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in an amazing shape with a wide-rimmed mouth and sleek body. Black glaze with rusty red flecks. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among ...
Stoneware
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful stoneware vases with amazing glaze. Designed in 1942 by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden. Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and makers mark, Rörstran...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Unique Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, 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 '...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant “Chamotte” stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a stately form. Made in a technique where crushed earthenware is mixed into the stoneware. Rörstrand introduced Gunnar Nylund’...
Stoneware
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. Exquisite glaze. Impressed 'Rörstrand / Löne...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rare Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare ceramic vase, model L118, from the "Florens" series designed by Gertrud Lönegren for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Featuring a rounded, sculptural form with overlapping geometric r...
Stoneware
Stoneware Vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Cool stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a straightforward cylinder shape. Dense jet black hare’s fur glaze. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish ceramic ar...
Stoneware
Large Rorstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane vase, Sweden 1960
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Bronx, NY
Large version of Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden, 1960. Tall slender ceramic vase with Hare glaze with rust red pattern in different nuances .
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
Large Organic Freeform Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A well sized vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Features a freeform or organic shaped rim which provides for excellent movement. Beautiful soft neutral color palette would wo...
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane Small Stoneware Vase SVA for Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful small vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. Features a bulbous body and a longer thin neck. Stunning terra cotta color to complete the vase.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Chamotte Ceramic Vases Set, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have curated a group of stunning pieces of chamotte ceramics made in Sweden during the 1950s. These pieces have been gathered and put together by us, carefully sorted and now read...
Ceramic
Pair of Swedish Modern "Chamotte" Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of Swedish Modern "Chamotte" vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand. The name Chamotte indicates the large fragments of crushed earthenware pieces that was applied in the glace ...
Ceramic
Swedish Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Bronx, NY
Sweden, 1950s ceramic vase by Gunnar Nylund, for Rörstrand in quartz green excellent condition and signed on the bottom.
Ceramic
Mid-century Modern Green Hedgehog Vase by Gunnar Nylund för Rörstrand, Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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
$1,233Sale 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
Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
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
$1,392Sale 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
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
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
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
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Green Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed stoneware vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 4.12"H x 2.57"W x 2.57"D All items ship from Hi...
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
Large White 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. Good condition. Marked as factory second due to it being slightly...
Ceramic, 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
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SOY 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
‘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
‘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
‘Chamotte’ Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Berlin, BE
‘Chamotte’ Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund Chamottered stoneware from Rörstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Ar...
Ceramic
Blue & White Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, rorstrand studio, 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
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
Blue Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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 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
$3,585Sale Price / set|30% Off
Midcentury Modern Groupe of 5 Vessels Rörstrand Sweden 1950
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have gathered a Groupe of 5 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
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
Unique Stoneware Globe Vase by Hertha Bengtson. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
By Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Hertha Bengtson, Herta Bengtson
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 Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Midcentury Modern stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a strict and clean form. Smooth black glaze..
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
Chamotte stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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
$1,432Sale Price / set|30% Off
Mid-Century Modern Set of 5 Stoneware Pieces Rörstrand Sylvia Leuchovius, 1970s
By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand
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
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
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
$1,553Sale Price / set|30% Off
Collection of Ceramic Vessels by Carl Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Sweden, 1950
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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
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
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
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
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
Rare Carl-Harry Stålhane Glazed Ceramic Vase in Harfur Glaze, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare stoneware vase was designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand in Sweden. The elegant, bulbous bottle-shaped form is finished in a beautiful hand-applied hare...
Ceramic
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
Blue Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
By Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing blue glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great original condition. No chips, cracks or crazing. The vase has two g...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Miniature Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940/50s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Collection of six cute miniature stoneware vases by Gunnar Nylund. Beautiful glazes with a nice variety of shapes. Price is for the set. Height between 6.2-8 cm. Diameter between ...
Stoneware
Celadon Green Stoneware Vase by Gun von Wittrock for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian Modern / Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gun von Wittrock for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Great original condition. No chips, cra...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Ceramic Floor Vase, Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand Dark Yellow and Gray
By Rörstrand, Hertha Bengtson
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large vase designed by Hertha Bengtsson at Rörstrand, the vase is 39 cm (15,6") high and in excellent condition, it´s marked as 1:st quality. Hertha Bengtsson (1917–1993) was a S...
Ceramic
"Titus" pottery vase made by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, Sweden
By Olle Alberius, Rörstrand
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Condition: Very good. Light wear consistent with age and use. Description A ceramic vase designed by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, Sweden, from the celebrated “Titus” series. The va...
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern French Blue Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden 1950
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Grythyttan, SE
This Scandinavian modern vase, designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, depicts the charming small town of Skara with its iconic church, birds soaring in the sky, and picturesque lan...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, "ARA" Model Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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
$1,633Sale Price / set|30% Off
Collection of Unique Ceramic Vases by Carl Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Sweden, 1950
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have gathered a Groupe of 2 Studio unique pieces, made at Rörstrand during the midcentury. The pieces are designed by Carl Harry Stålhane. These pieces stand out to whats normal t...
Stoneware
Yellow Art Deco Stoneware Globe Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, ALP Lidköping 1, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful, spherical ceramic Art Deco / Swedish Grace vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Great original condition. No chips, cracks o...
Ceramic
$2,984Sale Price / set|30% Off
Collection of 4 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have curated a group of 4 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...
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Black Vases Set by Carl-Harry Stålhane
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This is a set of 3 pieces of black vases made in Sweden during the 1950s. The exceptional large vase from Rörstrand and maker or designer Carl Harry Stålhane, was made in Sweden in t...
Ceramic