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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Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sweden 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Barcelona, ES
Glazed ceramic vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand, Sweden 1960s. Cobalt blue and two tones of beige/brown raphical pattern.
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Handled Vase Yellow Glaze, Scandinavian Mid-Century
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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
Set of 2 Art Deco Vases by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
A set of 2 beautiful Art Deco stoneware vases with amazing glaze. Made by Rörstrand in Sweden, 1930s. Great condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand'.
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Blue Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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
Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand Budded Vase Beige Green and Rustic, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Palshus, Hertha Bengtson, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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
Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Art Deco, Yellow.
By rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, 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
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Unique Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in High Point, NC
A unique green 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 brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s. With incised decor on one side.
Stoneware
Carl Harry Stålhane, Unique Vase, Rörstrand
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Cream / Off-white
By Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, 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 for Rörstrand Igloo Vase Green with Stripes, Scandinavian, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
A rustic stoneware vase by Swedish designer Gunnar Nylund (1904-97) for Rörstrand, Sweden. It belongs to the Igloo series which Nylund designed in 1965. The vase is made ca 1960s to ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vases by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of beautiful stoneware vases with identical relief pattern and amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Incised signature "G...
Ceramic, Stoneware
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Gunnar Nylund Magenta Chamotte, Porcelain Vase for Rorstrand, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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
Art Deco Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Brown Gold.
By ALP Lidköping 1, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful ceramic art deco vase. Amazing glaze with details in hand-painted gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition. No chips, cracks or craz...
Ceramic
Unique Mid-Century Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand Sweden 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 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
Gunnar Nylund Scandinavian Midcentury Ceramic Vase for Rörstrand 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
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
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SYA 28 VASE / Rorstrand / 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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
Small Yellow Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand
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
Gertrud Lönegren, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A white-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1940s.
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
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
White Art Deco Stoneware Globe Vase by Gunnar Nylund. ALP Rörstrand Sweden 1930s
By Gunnar Nylund, ALP Lidköping 1, rorstrand studio, Rörstrand
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, 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
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
Orange & Braun Vintage Mid-Century Swedish Pot by Inger Perrson for Rörstrand
By Inger Persson, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Beautiful, large and rare vintage Scandinavian mid-century modern Swedish plant pot or flower vase with a striking burnt orange pattern with circles, lines and dots over dark, almost...
Clay
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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
Unique Stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Elegant, unique stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a smooth, tapering form with a wide brim. Eggshell white glaze with “Mimosa” pattern. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the st...
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Art Deco, Yellow.
By Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, 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 beige-glazed unique vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s.
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 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 Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, ALP Lidköping 1, 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
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with handle and amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and Rörstrands three cr...
Ceramic, 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.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A grey and brown-glazed stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
A beige-glazed fluted stoneware vase designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
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, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
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
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
Set of 3 Stoneware Miniatures by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 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...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Light Blue Lidded Stoneware Urn by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
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
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
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Brown Glazed Stoneware, Rörstrand, 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.
Stoneware
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.
Stoneware
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.
Stoneware
White Art Deco Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
A grand white vase in chamotte stoneware. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition. There is a glaze miss on the inside of t...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Vase, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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...
Stoneware
Marianne Westman, Vase, Firesand, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s
By Marianne Westman, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A vase in a grey glazed firesand, designed by Marianne Westman, produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, c. 1965. With signature to underside. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimen...
Ceramic
Pair of Brown Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stalhane, Rorstrand, Sweden, 1960s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
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
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
Art Deco Vase in Brown and Gold by Gunnar Nylund for ALP, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, ALP Lidköping 1, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware art deco vase. Amazing glaze with hand-painted details in gold. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for ALP (Lidköpings Porslinsfabrik), Sweden, 1930s. Good condition, s...
Ceramic, Stoneware
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. Great condition. Incised signature "MW" and "R" för Rörstrand. Marianne Westm...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stalhane / SDA FLOOR 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
Brown Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Great condition. Incised signature "G.N." and Rörstrands three crowns. Gun...
Ceramic, Stoneware
1970s Stoneware Vase and Large Plate by Inger Person
By Inger Persson, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
Set of 1970s Stoneware vase and large plate by Inger Person for Rörstrand. Gorgeous raw brutalist style in blue, brown and white colors. In a very good condition. Country: Sweden...
Stoneware
Stoneware Floor Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Statuesque stoneware floor vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, in a clean form with beautiful dark blue hare’s fur glaze. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish ceramic a...
Stoneware
Stoneware Vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Cool stoneware vase by Carl-Harry Stålhane in a strict form. Dense black hare’s fur glaze. Carl-Harry Stålhane was one of the stars among Swedish ceramic artists during the 1950s,...
Stoneware
White Art Deco Stoneware Floor Vase by Gunnar Nylund. Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, rorstrand studio
Located in Malmö, SE
A grand white vase in chamotte stoneware. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Designed by Gunnar Nylund for Rorstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition. It has some dark firing spots at the bas...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Large Lidded Faience Urn with Flowers and a Bird by Rorstrand, Sweden, 1910s.
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand, Nils Emil Lundström
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful lidded rococo potpurri urn with amazing polychrome decoration in relief, branches, roses and a crowning bird. Made by Rorstrand, Sweden, 1910s, after an 18th-century mode...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Faience