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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.

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Creator: Rörstrand
Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Stockholm, SE

A large brown vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 28.5 cm (11.4") tall and in excellent condition and marked as 2nd quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the t...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern French Blue Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden 1950
Scandinavian Modern French Blue Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden 1950

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...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Teapot by Gunnar Nylund, 1940s
Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Teapot by Gunnar Nylund, 1940s

Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Teapot by Gunnar Nylund, 1940s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Lovely stoneware teapot by Gunnar Nylund, in a smooth, plump form with four chunky feet. Eggshell glaze with “Mimosa” flecks and a rattan handle. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most i...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Vases by Carl Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Sweden 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Vases by Carl Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Sweden 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Vases by Carl Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand Sweden 1950s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

These vases from Rörstrand and maker/designer Carl Harry Stålhane, are a great example of midcentury modern quality and design made in Sweden during the 1950s and 1960s. The sculptur...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Miniature Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Miniature Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Miniature Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Collection of six amazing miniature stoneware vases and platters by Gunnar Nylund. Made in matching forms, with a variety of colors and glazes, tied together by a graphic expression....

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Bertil Lundgren for Rörstrand, Glazed Stoneware Vase from the 1960s
Bertil Lundgren for Rörstrand, Glazed Stoneware Vase from the 1960s

Bertil Lundgren for Rörstrand, Glazed Stoneware Vase from the 1960s

By Rörstrand, Bertil Lundgren

Located in Bochum, NRW

Mid-century stoneware vase by Bertil Lundgren for Rörstrand, 1960s. Signed under the bottom. Original manufacturer label to the wall. Excellent condition. Dimensions: Height 29 cm, d...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Midcentury Modern Stoneware Vase Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Modern Stoneware Vase Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Modern Stoneware Vase Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This stunning piece of ceramic was produced at Rörstrand and maker/designer Carl Harry Stålhane. Made in Sweden in the 1950s. Beautiful glazed vases with nice lines. Its rounded bott...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Group of 3 Blue Ceramic Vases - Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane Midcentury Modern
Group of 3 Blue Ceramic Vases - Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane Midcentury Modern

Group of 3 Blue Ceramic Vases - Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane Midcentury Modern

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A group of three vases designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between 25.5 - 27.5 cm tall and in excellent condition. They all have stunning glazes ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Midcentury Modern Vases Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Modern Vases Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Modern Vases Rörstrand Carl Harry Stålhane, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Large midcentury vases manufactured at Rörstrand and maker/designer Carl Harry Stålhane. Made in Sweden in the 1950s. Beautiful glazed vases with nice lines. That typical hares fur g...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

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 Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, ALP Lidköping 1

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 Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Carl-Harry Stalhane Vase Stoneware Rörstrand Ceramic Sweden 1950s
Carl-Harry Stalhane Vase Stoneware Rörstrand Ceramic Sweden 1950s

Carl-Harry Stalhane Vase Stoneware Rörstrand Ceramic Sweden 1950s

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Basel, BS

Rare Carl-Harry Stålhane stoneware vase, model ‚SOA‘ for Rörstrand in Sweden, late 1950s. Hand-crafted stoneware with a dark, almost black glaze. Very good condition, signed undern...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

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

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

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

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 'Stålhane', 'SWEDEN' a...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Black Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Black Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

Black Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

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

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cracks or cra...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Brown Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

Brown Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

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

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful spherical Art Deco / Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cra...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Brown Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
Brown Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

Brown Stoneware Chamotte Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.

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

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful spherical Art Deco / Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Excellent original condition. No chips, cra...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

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 Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, 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 Vases and Vessels

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

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 Vases and Vessels

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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, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio

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 Vases and Vessels

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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 Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Carl-Harry Stålhane, 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...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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 Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Carl-Harry Stålhane, 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...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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

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 Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Yellow & Beige Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage
Yellow & Beige Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage

Yellow & Beige Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely Midcentury Swedish vase in ceramics designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vase has a lovely yellow glaze. The vase is 10.5 cm high and in mint condition. Car...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

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 Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Group of 4 Green Speckled Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund
Group of 4 Green Speckled Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund

Group of 4 Green Speckled Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand - Gunnar Nylund

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Stockholm, SE

A group of four green vases with a stunning glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund and Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 1950s. The vases are between 19 - 24,5 cm high and in excelle...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

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 Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

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

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage

Brown Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely, brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24 cm (9.6) high and 6 cm (2.4") in diameter. It´s 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

White Konstrakta Porcelain Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage
White Konstrakta Porcelain Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage

White Konstrakta Porcelain Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Stockholm, SE

A porcelain vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 20th midcentury, the vase is of model "Konstrakta". It´s 10 cm high and 9 x 8 cm and in excellent condition excep...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Black Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage
Black Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage

Black Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Mid-Century Vintage

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Stockholm, SE

A vase with a lovely black glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 9 cm (3.6") high and 6 cm (2.4") in diameter. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality. ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Midcentury Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Midcentury Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Wonderful vase made in Sweden 1950s at Rörstrand and designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane. The vase has beautiful lines and a nice glaze. Very good condition. Measures: H 1 cm, W ...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Set of 3 Stoneware Miniatures by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Set of 3 Stoneware Miniatures by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Set of 3 Stoneware Miniatures by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

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

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...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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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 Rörstrand, Herta Bengtson, 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 Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

White Art Deco Chamotte Vase 'Hedgehog' by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand Sweden 1930s
White Art Deco Chamotte Vase 'Hedgehog' by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand Sweden 1930s

White Art Deco Chamotte Vase 'Hedgehog' by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand Sweden 1930s

By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Malmö, SE

A beautiful white vase in chamotte stoneware. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Designed by Gunnar Nylund in 1936 for Rorstrand, Sweden. Great condition. Some firing cracks (from production...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

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..

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Stoneware Bamboo Vase, by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, Sweden
Mid-Century Modern Stoneware Bamboo Vase, by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, Sweden

Mid-Century Modern Stoneware Bamboo Vase, by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, Sweden

By Rörstrand, Olle Alberius

Located in Grythyttan, SE

A Scandinavian Mid-Century ceramic Bamboo vase, crafted by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, is a stunning representation of mid-20th-century design. This bud-like organic vase was though...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

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

A glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund, in Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.5" Height x 5.25" Diameter All items ship from High Point, North Ca...

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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Midcentury Modern Ceramic set of 3 Bowls Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden
Midcentury Modern Ceramic set of 3 Bowls Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden

Midcentury Modern Ceramic set of 3 Bowls Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This wonderful collection of 3 ARO bowls was created and designed by Gunnar Nylund at the Rörstrand Factory in the 1950s, Sweden. The glaze is amazing and works with the articulat...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Brown and Yellow-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Brown and Yellow-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Brown and Yellow-Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

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

Materials

Stoneware

Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vases, Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand 1976,  Set of 2
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vases, Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand 1976,  Set of 2

Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vases, Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand 1976, Set of 2

By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This stunning set of 2 vases made of chamotte clay designed by Sylvia Leuchovius, is produced at Rörstrand atelier, signed and dated 1976. From the rare production at Rörstands named...

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Scandinavian Modern Tall Vase, Green Speckled Glaze, Rörstrand
Gunnar Nylund Scandinavian Modern Tall Vase, Green Speckled Glaze, Rörstrand

Gunnar Nylund Scandinavian Modern Tall Vase, Green Speckled Glaze, 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, Stoneware

2 Stoneware Vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s.
2 Stoneware Vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s.

2 Stoneware Vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s.

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in Asaa, DK

2 Stoneware Vases by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s. Set of two beautiful Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern ceramic vases model SYR and SYE by Carl Harry Stålhane for...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Set of 2 V. Bjerke Petersen Rörstrand Fasett Vase 7 and 8 Purple & Black, Sweden
Set of 2 V. Bjerke Petersen Rörstrand Fasett Vase 7 and 8 Purple & Black, Sweden

Set of 2 V. Bjerke Petersen Rörstrand Fasett Vase 7 and 8 Purple & Black, Sweden

By Rörstrand, Vilhelm Bjerke Petersen, Bitossi, Palshus, Saxbo

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

This is a rare set of 2 vases by Danish artist Vilhelm Bjerke Petersen for Rörstrand, Sweden. The vases belong to the "Fasett" series and were designed by Bjerke Petersen in 1951-195...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund Brown Ceramic Vase, Rörstrand, Mid-Century, Circa 1950s
Gunnar Nylund Brown Ceramic Vase, Rörstrand, Mid-Century, Circa 1950s

Gunnar Nylund Brown Ceramic Vase, Rörstrand, Mid-Century, Circa 1950s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Stockholm, SE

A brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 16.5 cm (6.6) high. It´s in excellent condition and marked as 1:st quality. Gunnar Nylund was born in Paris 1904 with pare...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware, Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Olive Green Zenit Vase, 1960s
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Olive Green Zenit Vase, 1960s

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Olive Green Zenit Vase, 1960s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Organic midcentury modern muted olive, sage green Rörstrand pitcher bottle vase from the Zenit series. Designed by acclaimed artist Gunnar Nylund in the 1960s. Chamotte clay with han...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Gunnar Nylund Brown Vase, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Design, 1950s
Gunnar Nylund Brown Vase, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Design, 1950s

Gunnar Nylund Brown Vase, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Design, 1950s

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely brown squared vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 15 cm (6") high and 7.5 cm (3") in diameter at the top. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st qual...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

RÖRSTRAND Floral ceramic vase designed by the DREJAR GRUPPEN group in 1973
RÖRSTRAND Floral ceramic vase designed by the DREJAR GRUPPEN group in 1973

RÖRSTRAND Floral ceramic vase designed by the DREJAR GRUPPEN group in 1973

By Rörstrand, Drejar Gruppen

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 ...

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Cream / Off-white
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Cream / Off-white

Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Cream / Off-white

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Wilhelm Kage, Gertrud Lönegren

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'. ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Bertil Vallien for Rörstrand Rainbow Porcelain Cylinder Vase, 1980s
Bertil Vallien for Rörstrand Rainbow Porcelain Cylinder Vase, 1980s

Bertil Vallien for Rörstrand Rainbow Porcelain Cylinder Vase, 1980s

By Bertil Vallien, Rörstrand

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Cylinder shaped shiny white porcelain vase from the Rainbow series designed by Bertil Vallien for Rörstrand in the 1980s. Swirling pastel lines on two sides in mint, rose, red, light...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Brown Pitcher
Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Brown Pitcher

Scandinavian Modern Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Brown Pitcher

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Stockholm, SE

A lovely brown vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 30.5 cm high and in very good condition except from some minor marks in the glaze why it is marked as 2nd quality. ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden 1950s
Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden 1950s

Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden 1950s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This wonderful vase was created and designed by Gunnar Nylund at the Rörstrand factory in the 1950s, Sweden. The brown golden glaze is amazing and works wonderful with the shape a...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Vase AXZ, Midcentury Scandinavian Ceramic 1960s
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Vase AXZ, Midcentury Scandinavian Ceramic 1960s

Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Vase AXZ, Midcentury Scandinavian Ceramic 1960s

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund, Berndt Friberg, Saxbo

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Absolutely stunning glaze on this vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden. It's the model AXZ and it was designed and manufactured circa 1950s to 1960s. The vase has an elegant s...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Midcentury Modern Rare Pair of Vases Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
Midcentury Modern Rare Pair of Vases Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s

Midcentury Modern Rare Pair of Vases Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

These pieces were made in Sweden at Rörstrand factory and designed by Gunnar Nylund in the 1940-1950s. This is the small size vase and the large vase called "Charmotte". The name in...

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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Set of 2 Art Deco Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s
Set of 2 Art Deco Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

Set of 2 Art Deco Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s

By rorstrand studio, ALP Lidköping 1, Rörstrand, 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...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Sylvia Leuchovius, Vase, Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrands, 1976
Sylvia Leuchovius, Vase, Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrands, 1976

Sylvia Leuchovius, Vase, Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrands, 1976

By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand

Located in High Point, NC

A vase lamp designed by Sylvia Leuchovius, produced by Rörstrands, signed and dated 1974. Wear consistent with age and use. In original condition, very light patina, factory first...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware

Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund
Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund

Vase in Ceramic by Gunnar Nylund

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Berlin, BE

Vase in ceramic by Gunnar Nylund Stoneware from Rörstrand. Additional information: Material: Ceramic Artist: Gunnar Nylund Si...

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1950s Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Blue Porcelain Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage
Blue Porcelain Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage

Blue Porcelain Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand in the 20th midcentury, the vase is has a lovely blue / gray color and is 28 cm high. It is marked as 1st quality and is i...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Rörstrand Sarek Vase, Tall Cylindrical Form with Incised Geometric Design
Rörstrand Sarek Vase, Tall Cylindrical Form with Incised Geometric Design

Rörstrand Sarek Vase, Tall Cylindrical Form with Incised Geometric Design

By Rörstrand, Olle Alberius

Located in Stockholm, SE

A large gray vase of model Sarek designed by Olle Alberius at Rörstrand. The vase is 12 cm (4.8") in diameter and about 31 cm (12.4") high and in excellent condition.

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Stoneware, Ceramic

Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase "Caolina" Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden
Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase "Caolina" Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden

Midcentury Modern Ceramic Vase "Caolina" Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This wonderful vase was created and designed by Gunnar Nylund at the Rörstrand Factory in the 1950s, Sweden. Vase ‘Caolina’ is made in stoneware. Measure: H 31 cm/ 12 1/4" ...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury
Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury

Group of 5 Black Vases Ceramics, Rörstrand Carl-Harry Stålhane, Midcentury

By Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

A group of five black vases designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand. The vases are between 10 - 34 cm high and in excellent condition except from some minor marks and scratches....

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

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Porcelain

Carl-Harry Stålhane Large Ceramic Turquoise Spotted Glaze Vase, 1950s
Carl-Harry Stålhane Large Ceramic Turquoise Spotted Glaze Vase, 1950s

Carl-Harry Stålhane Large Ceramic Turquoise Spotted Glaze Vase, 1950s

By Rörstrand

Located in Paris, FR

Carl-Harry Stålhane large stoneware vase by Rörstrand in Sweden, 1950s. Signed / H 54 cm.

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Mid-20th Century Rörstrand Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Gunnar Nylund, stoneware vase, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury
Gunnar Nylund, stoneware vase, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury

Gunnar Nylund, stoneware vase, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern / Midcentury

By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand

Located in Stockholm, SE

Stoneware vase with beautiful hare fur glaze by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstand, Sweden mid-1900s. Marked Nylund and Rörstand. In good condition, smaller signs of age and wear. About...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern 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.