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.
Miniature Gray Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - 1940-1950s - Mid 20th Century
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A miniature bowl with a stunning glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 3.5 cm (1.4") high and 6.8 cm (2.7") in diameter. It is in excellent condition. It is mark...
Stoneware
Collection of 3 Ceramic Vessels by Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
We have curated a group of 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 g...
Ceramic
Large Squared Bowl- Hertha Bengtson - Rörstrand - 1970s
By Hertha Bengtson, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A squared bowl designed by Hertha Bengtson at Rörstrand, the bowl is 29,5 x 29,5 cm (11.8" x 11,8") in diameter. It is in excellent condition except from some minor marks and scratch...
Porcelain
19th Century Swedish Rörstrand Majolica Turquoise Chestnut Leaf Plate
By Rörstrand
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique 19th-Century Swedish chestnut leaf majolica dessert plate produced by the renowned Rörstrand company, one of Sweden's oldest ceramic factories, circa 1880. Impressed...
Majolica
Gray Ceramic Pot, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, 1961 - Mid century Vintage
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A flowerpot designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 14 cm in diameter, 13 cm high and it´s in mint condition. This is a unique pot only made in one copy as you can see of ...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedish ceramic artist and designer known for his significant contributions to the field of ceramic art and pottery. He was a prominent figur...
Stoneware
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Ceramic Pieces Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Three wonderful pieces, two vases and one bowl from Rörstrand and maker, designer Gunnar Nylund. Made in Sweden in the midcentury. Exceptional glazed vases with wonderful curves. Thi...
Ceramic
Large Brown Vase Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A large, brown vase with a stunning brown har-fur glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 31.5 cm (12.6") tall and about 15.5 cm (6.2") in diameter at the top. It´s...
Stoneware
19th Century Swedish Rörstrand Majolica Turquoise Chestnut Leaf Plate
By Rörstrand
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique 19th-Century Swedish chestnut leaf majolica dessert plate produced by the renowned Rörstrand company, one of Sweden's oldest ceramic factories, circa 1880. Impressed...
Majolica
Unique Stoneware Sculpture, Bertil Lundgren, Rörstrand, Modern, 1970s
By Bertil Lundgren, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A unique stoneware sculpture designed by Bertil Lundgren at Rörstrand in 1975. The sculpture is 32.5 cm (13") high and 16 x 16 cm (6.4" x 6.4"). It is in excellent condition and mark...
Stoneware
A Brown Ceramic Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand Sweden 1950s
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown bowl in ceramics, it is designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, the bowl is 12 x 8.5 cm wide. It´s in excellent condition except from some craquelure and air-bubbles on...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Modern Earthy Tone Ceramic Table Lamp Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand, Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful table lamp in ceramic named Rubus and designed by one of the ceramic designer icons from Sweden Gunnar Nylund. This one with incredible colors working together with the all...
Ceramic
Green Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase with an amazing green / dark turquoise speckled glaze. This is one of the most popular glazes on Gunnar Nylunds ceramics. The vase is des...
Ceramic
Brown Ceramic Vase - Carl-Harry Stålhane - Rörstrand - Mid 20th Century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown & gray vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, it´s 16 cm (6.4") tall and in excellent condition and marked as 1st quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the...
Stoneware
Miniature Dark Blue Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - 1940-1950s - Mid 20th Century
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A miniature bowl designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 4,5 cm (1.8") high and 8 cm (3,2") in diameter. It is in mint condition except from a minor mark in the glaze fr...
Stoneware
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Ceramic Pieces Rörstrand Gunnar Nylund Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Three wonderful pieces/vases made in Sweden during the 1950s at Rörstrand factory and designed by Gunnar Nylund. Great looking vases with that caracteristc harefur glaze. Good v...
Ceramic
Large Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
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. Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Modern Set of 4 Ceramic Vases Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Set of 4 wonderful vases made in Sweden during the 1950s at Rörstrand factory and designed by Gunnar Nylund. The Vases are made in nice sculptural shape and with wonderful glaze. ...
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic vase by Gertrud Lonegren in golden glaze and a highly textured surface. Measures: Diameter 21 cm Height 21.5 cm Lonegren studied in Vienna and Stockholm during the 1920s, ...
Ceramic
Gray Speckled ceramic vase - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Mid 20th century
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A gray speckled ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 17 cm (6.8") high and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as th...
Stoneware
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Rörstrand, Glunt, Soup Turin & Soup Plates & Ladle, 1960s
By Rörstrand
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: The four soup plates, the laddle and the soup tureen on offer here are manufactured by the Swedish firm Rörstrand, the designer of the form / pattern was Christ...
Earthenware, Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Big Vase 1950s Sweden
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedish ceramic artist and designer known for his significant contributions to the field of ceramic art and pottery. He was a prominent figur...
Stoneware
Grey Stoneware Vases Chamotte, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Modern
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 18.5 cm high and it is in very good condition except from some minor marks. Gunnar Nylund was born in Paris 1904 with pare...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund Vase, Rörstrand, Light Green Speckled Glaze, Circa 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 24.5 cm high and it is in mint condition. It has a stunning light green speckled glaze that is very rare to find. Gunnar ...
Stoneware
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare stoneware vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-1941. Excellent condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand / ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Midcentury Modern Set of 3 Rörstrand Ritzi Vases and Bowl Gunnar Nylund
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Wonderful blue glaze on these 2 vases and bowl from Rörstrand Sweden, designed by Gunnar Nylund in the 1950s. They are all in good vintage condition. Dimensions: Large vase H ...
Ceramic
Carl-Harry Stålhane, blue hares fur glazed vase, Rörstrand, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Uppsala, Uppsala
Small vase designed by Carl Harry Stålhane for his long time collaborator Rörstrand in the 1950s. It has a very nice hares fur glaze in different blue hues. Marked at the bottom: R S...
Stoneware
Mid-Century Sky Blue & Copper Pitcher/Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in New York, NY
This lovely Mid-Century Modernist Sky Blue & Copper Pitcher/Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand originates from Sweden, Circa 1950. This vase features an elegantly curved profile and...
Ceramic
White Konstrakta Porcelain Vase Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Midcentury Vintage
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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...
Porcelain
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...
Porcelain
Green Porcelain Vase "Collier", Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand - Mid century Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase of model "Collier" designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 14 cm (5,6") high and about 13 cm (5,2") in diameter. It´s in mint condition. Gunnar Nylund was...
Porcelain
Gunnar Nylund, Ceramic Carafe/Vase with Rare Pattern, Scandinavian Modern
By rorstrand studio, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ceramic carafe / vase with blue glaze and rare pattern by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand Sweden. Scandinavian Modern, mid-1900s. Signed. In good condition. Beautiful decorative shape ...
Ceramic
Yellow & Beige Vase, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand, Mid-Century Vintage
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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...
Stoneware
Green Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Beautiful Glaze - Midcentury Modern
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely green/turquoise vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24.5 cm (7") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor marks and marked as 1st quality. G...
Ceramic
Round Porcelain Bowl Flower- Sylvia Leuchovius - Rörstrand - 1970s
By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A round, lovely ceramic bowl designed by Sylvia Leuchovius at Rörstrand, the bowl is 14 cm (5.6") in diameter and 3 cm (1.2") high. It is in excellent condition and marked as 1st qua...
Porcelain
Rare Large Milk-White Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Farsta, SE
Rare Large Milk-White Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s The vase is marked as 1st quality and is in excellent condition. Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned S...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of 6 Ceramic Miniature Vases and Bowls, Rörstrand Midcentury Sweden Vintage
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A cool set of 6 miniatures designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand, they are between 4-6.5 cm high. They are all in excellent condition and marked as 1st quality. Carl-Harry Stålhane is one of the top names when it comes to midcentury Scandinavian Ceramics...
Stoneware
Lidded Bowl - Brown & Gray - Carl-Harry Stålhane Rörstrand Atelier - Mid century
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A brown & gray lidded bowl designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane at Rörstrand The bowl is 9 cm (3.6") in diameter and about 5 cm (2") high. It is in excellent condition and marked as 1...
Ceramic
Gunnar Nylund Brown Speckled Vase, Rörstrand, Mid Century, Circa 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely brown speckled vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 28 cm (11.2") high. It´s in excellent condition except from some m...
Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Pitcher, Stoneware, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A stoneware pitcher designed by Gunnar Nylund and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s.
Stoneware
Blue Star-Shaped Bowl by Pia Rönndahl, Scandinavian Modern Ceramic
By Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A star shaped blue bowl designed by Pia Rönndahl at Rörstrand in the 1996. The bowl is 29 cm (11.6") in diameter and in excellent condition except from some minor scratches.The bowl ...
Ceramic
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
Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful vase with brown glaze. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand', 'LÖNEGREN' and 'HANDDREJAD'. Gertrud Löne...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Sculpture by Kerstin Hörnlund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1970s
By Rörstrand
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A finely crafted ceramic sculpture by Kerstin Hörnlund for Rörstrand, shaped as an oversized plum and executed during the 1970s. The piece is beautifully modeled with subtle naturali...
Stoneware
Blue Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful vase with blue glaze. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition, some small metal marks. Impressed 'Rörstrand', 'LÖNEGREN' and 'HAN...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Gunnar Nylund, Pitcher, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A brown stoneware pitcher produced by Rörstrands, Sweden, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.12"H x 6.0"W x 5.0"D All items ship from Hig...
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in a tapering form with a wide mouth, perfect for flowers. Embossed, graphic pattern with celodon green glaze and “Mimosa” flecks. Gunnar ...
Stoneware
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful stoneware vase by Gunnar Nylund, in an elegant, sleek form. Glazed white with a subtle “Mimosa” pattern. Gunnar Nylund was one of the most influential ceramicists and desi...
Stoneware
Red Ceramic California Bowl by Stålhane for Rörstran, Sweden Mid-Century Modern
By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A Swedish Scandinavian Modern wine-red and grey stoneware bowl by Swedish Modernist designer Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand. This model is named "California" or "Californien" in S...
Stoneware
Two Mustard Yellow Ceramic Plates by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Two ceramic plates from the Eterna series, designed by Gunnar Nylund and fabricated by Rörstrand.
Ceramic
Sylvia Leuchovius, Large, Rare Decorative Plate / Platter, Scandinavian Modern
By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sylvia Leuchovius (1915–2003) swedish artist, worked for Rörstrand, Sweden mid-1900s. This large, rare decorative plate / platter with its di...
Ceramic
Rustic Boho Chic Ceramic Bowl, by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand, Sweden 1975
By Drejargruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large ceramic bowl made by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand, Sweden 1975. Earthy brown glaze, boho chic / rustic / wabi sabi style.
Ceramic
Midcentury Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
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
Boho Chic Ceramic Bowl by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand Sweden 1970's
By Drejargruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Large and heavy set ceramic bowl in floral design for Drejargruppen. Marked R for Rörstrand and Drejargruppen 1975 in the bottom. Perfect for salads or as a fruit and vegetable bowl....
Ceramic
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian Modern vase designed and signed by Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) for Rörstrand.
Ceramic
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
Blue Miniature Ceramic Vase - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand - Midcentury Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A blue, miniature ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the vase is 6.5 cm (2.6") tall. It is in mint condition and marked as 1st quality. Gunnar Nylund was born in ...
Stoneware
Marianne Westman for Rörstrand Studio Vase, Sweden, 1960s
By Rörstrand, Marianne Westman
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
Marianne Westman for Rörstrand Studio Vase, Sweden, 1960s Stoneware • Height 23 cm • Diameter 16 cm Signed: R / MW / ATELJÉ / SWEDEN A beautifully hand-thrown stoneware vase by Mari...
Ceramic
Rörstrand "Sarek" Bowl by Olle Alberius (1960s Mid-Century Design), Sweden
By Olle Alberius, Rörstrand
Located in Skien, NO
Scandinavian Modern Classic: Rörstrand "Sarek" Bowl by Olle Alberius (1960s Mid-Century Design) A Timeless Piece of Swedish Ceramic History Designed by Olle Alberius (1926-1993) for...
Ceramic, Stoneware