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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Green Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand
Located in Malmö, SE
Stunning and rare stoneware vase with AMAZING glaze. Designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Swedish Grace. Great conditi...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Green Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Wilhelm Kage
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. Tiny firing crack from production to top...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of 3 Rörstrand Ritzi Pottery Vases and Bowl by Gunnar Nylund Sweden 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Krefeld, DE
Wonderful set of 3 Gunnar Nylund pottery by Röstrand Sweden from the 1950s. Beautiful green/brown/yellow glaze. In the set is: 1x floor vase height 51cm, diameter 18cm / 20,08inch,...
Pottery
Blue Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand
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
Blue Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gunnar Nylund, Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful stoneware vase with amazing glaze. Designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Swedish Grace. Great condition. Impr...
Ceramic, Stoneware
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
Vintage Swedish Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand Art Pottery Bowl, 20th Century
By Rörstrand
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine vintage Swedish art pottery bowl designed by Hertha Bengtson for Rörstrand. The bowl is glazed with a stylized seed or floral design in contrasting and tubelined design to the inner bowl set on a brown and green mottle glazed ground. With incised maker and HB monogram...
Pottery
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Cream / Off-white
By Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 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'. ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Wilhelm Kage
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
Blue & Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful Art Deco /Swedish Grace vase with hand-painted decor. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand' and 'HANDMÅLAD...
Ceramic, 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
Large Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Excellent condition. Beautiful glaze. Impressed 'Rör...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vintage Copper Lustre Carl-Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand Vase, circa 1950
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine and stylish midcentury Swedish art pottery vase designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane (1920-1990) for Rörstrand. The simple oval shaped vase is richly decorated in a chocolate brown copper lustre...
Ceramic, Pottery
Rare Stoneware Vase by Sylvia Leuchovius for Rörstrand, 1960/70s
By Sylvia Leuchovius, Rörstrand, rorstrand studio
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sylvia Leuchovius (Sweden, 1915-2003), unique vase made for Rörstand, Sweden 1960/70s. Partially glazed. Signed. In good condition, very few minimal signs of age and wear. Sy...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Brown Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Wilhelm Kage, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful Swedish Grace vase with hand-carved decor. Made by Gertrud Lönegren at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Great condition. Stamped 'Rörstrand' and 'LÖNEGREN. Gertrud L...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Small Yellow Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s.
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
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
Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Art Deco, Yellow.
By rorstrand studio, Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
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
Porcelain Bottle Vase Carl Harry Stålhane for Rörstrand
By Rörstrand
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A stylish vintage Swedish art pottery bottle shaped vase designed by Carl Harry Ståhlane (1920-90) for Rörstrand. The porcelain bodied vase is of elegant rounded shape graduating to ...
Pottery
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
Marianne Westman, Vase, Firesand, Rörstand, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand, Marianne Westman
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
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
Set of 2 Art Deco Vases by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By rorstrand studio, Rörstrand
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
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
Olle Alberius Ceramic Scandinavian Vase "Sarek" for Rörstrand, 1960
By Olle Alberius, Rörstrand
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian ceramic vase “Sarek” in matt enamel designed by Olle Alberius for Rörstrand, made in Sweden, marked on the bottom, 1960s.
Ceramic
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
$847
H 9.65 in Dm 5.52 in
Blue Ceramic Vase, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Scandinavian Midcentury Vintage
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A blue vase with a lovely glaze designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, it´s 24,5 cm (9.8) high. It´s in excellent condition except from some minor marks in the glaze and marked as 1...
Ceramic
$760
H 9.65 in Dm 3.15 in
Stoneware Vases - Speckled Green Glaze - Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, 1950-1960s
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
$1,110 / set
H 7.09 in Dm 2.37 in
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
'Paprika' Ceramic Vases (3) by Anna-Lisa Thomson - Upsala Ekeby, Sweden
By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Utrecht, NL
Impressive and rare set of 3 vintage ceramic 'Paprika' (peppers) vases by Swedish designer Anna-Lisa Thomson (1905-1952). Dark brown ceramic vases, worked with Sgraffito technique ...
Ceramic
$631Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.67 in Dm 5.52 in
Art Deco Vase by Ilse Claesson, Rörstrand, Green and Black, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Ilse Claussen
Located in Stockholm, SE
A lovely vase designed by Ilse Claesson in the 1930s at Rörstrand, Sweden. It is 22 cm high and in very good condition except from some craquelure in the glaze because of the age.
Porcelain
Swedish Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ca 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ca 1950s Model 'ARN', first grade quality. Height: 20 cm/7.8 inch Diameter: 8 cm/3.1 inch Gunnar Nylund (1904-1997) was a renowned Swedis...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Scandinavian Functionalist Stoneware Vase by Gunnar Nylund, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Striking “Hedgehog” vase by Gunnar Nylund, made in chamotte stoneware. The clean form contrasts with the craggy surface. Eggshell white, glossy glaze. The model was introduced aroun...
Stoneware
$245
H 1.97 in W 2.96 in D 3.94 in
A Blue Vintage Ceramic Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand Sweden 1950s
By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
A blue/gray bowl in ceramics, it is designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand, the bowl is 10 x 7.5 cm (4" x 3") in diameter. It´s in excellent condition except from a tiny mark on the ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$3,300Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 11 in Dm 9 in
Gertrud Lonegren Group of Three Ceramic Vases with Fish Motif for Rorstrand
By Gertrud Lönegren
Located in New York, NY
Group of 3 unique Scandinavian Modern, Swedish Art Deco studio vases by Gertrud Lonegren for Rorstrand with fish motif. Created circa 1938-1942. Sizes: 11" high to 7.75".
Ceramic
Ceramic Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, 1930s
By Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand
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
Lovely Blue Ceramic Vase Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand - Mid century Vintage
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
A blue & green ceramic vase designed by Gunnar Nylund at Rörstrand. It is 17.5 cm (7") high and about 17 cm (6.8") in diameter and in excellent condition. The vase is marked as the p...
Stoneware
A Brown Ceramic Bowl - Gunnar Nylund - Rörstrand Sweden 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
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
Sold
H 5.52 in Dm 5.91 in
Stoneware Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s. Art Deco, Yellow.
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
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
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 1936-1941. Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand ...
Ceramic, 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. Excellent condition. Stamped 'Lönegren' and ...
Ceramic, 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. Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / ...
Ceramic, 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 1936-41. Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vase by Gertrud Lönegren, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1930s
By Rörstrand, Gertrud Lönegren
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful and rare vase designed by Gertrud Lönegren. This studio piece was created at Rorstrand in Sweden between 1936-41. Excellent condition. Impressed 'Rörstrand / Lönegren /...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Swedish Ceramic Tray by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Large stoneware tray designed by Gunnar Nylund. Manufactured by Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1940s. Made from stoneware. White colored eggshell glaze with organic pattern incised ...
Stoneware
Carl-Harry Stålhane, Miniature Pot, Rörstrand
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in MAASTRICHT, LI
Product Description: At the age of 19 Carl-Harry Stålhane joined Rörstrand as a decorator and was, along with his teacher Gunnar Nylund, responsible for Rörstrand's golden age. The...
Earthenware
Large Carl Harry Stålhane Ceramic Bowl Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand
Located in Krefeld, DE
Wonderful bowl on a small foot. Manufactured in the 1950s at Rörstrand, designed by Carl Harry Stålhane. The bowl has a wonderful blue yellow glaze. Full signed No damages.
Pottery
Midcentury Brutalist Ceramic Bowl by Drejargruppen for Rörstrand Sweden
By Drejargruppen, Rörstrand
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Large and heavy set ceramic bowl in typical design for Drejargruppen. Marked R, Drejargruppen 1973 in the bottom as well as having the original sticker from Rörstrand. In excellent c...
Ceramic
Group of Swedish Ceramics by Gunnar Nylund for Rörtsrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Group of vases, bowl and tray from the “Rubus” serie, designed by Gunnar Nylund. Manufactured by Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1950s. Stoneware ceramics with mottled matte glaze ...
Stoneware
Swedish Ceramic Trays by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Pair of large stoneware trays designed by Gunnar Nylund. Manufactured by Rörstrand in Sweden during the 1940s. Made from stoneware. White colored eggshell glaze with organic patte...
Stoneware