The Swedish design philosophy of “beautiful things for everyday life” is actualized in the vintage glassware of Orrefors. Founded in 1898, this glass manufacturer was one of the leading companies in the Scandinavian modernism movement and is revered by collectors for the fine craftsmanship and innovation of its superlative art glass.
Orrefors began making art glass — works that, distinct from mass-production pieces, are made in small numbers to showcase the skills and talents of artists and artisans — in 1913. Two of the first artists hired by the firm were Simon Gate and Edward Hald, who worked initially in the organic Art Nouveau style, and later proved adept with the geometric imagery of the Art Deco period.
Hald and Gate worked closely with glassblowers to refine traditional glassmaking methods, creating new materials such as "graal" glass. In the graal technique a design made with colored glass is encased in layers of transparent glass, preserving the image while the overall glass form is worked and shaped. Orrefors won an international following when it presented such pieces in Paris in 1925 at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes — the design fair whose name gave rise to the term Art Deco.
In the years following that success, Orrefors attracted more dynamic and experimental artists such as Vicke Lindstrand and Edvin Ohrström, who joined the company in the 1930s. Lindstrand and Ohstrom worked with glassblowers to create the "ariel" glass technique, an innovation that produces deeper, richer imagery that seems to morph and flow as light is refracted by the glass.
As you will see from the items offered on 1stDibs, there is a special aesthetic quality to vintage Orrefors glass. Whether a vase or a set of wine goblets, the work of this premier Swedish company represents the apex of functional artistry.
Rare Modernist Orrefors Intermezzo Blue Crystal Vase
By Rosenthal, Orrefors
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Orrefors crystal vase made in Sweden during the 1980s in a Modernist style. The vase is clearly signed "Orrefors" on the bottom and displays a sculptural blue glass drop li...
Crystal
Nils Landberg, Sommerso Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass Sommerso vase designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
Blown Glass
Vintage Dark-Red Orrefors Glass Vase by Nils Landberg, Mid-Century
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg, Kosta Boda
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-red, small vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish engraved flower vase made of hand blown Orrefors glass, in good condition. NV 3987 with original Orrefors Sticker. Minor fading, ...
Glass
Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1950s Glass Vase Glass Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors. Hald was active at the Swedish Glass maker Orrefors between 1917-1978 and was a prolific Swedish glass designer who featured during the World exhibition in Paris in 1925 where the Swedish pavilion was a success. He is especially known for his engraved designs. Very good vintage condition with Orrefors engraved...
Glass
$200 / item
Orrefors Glacial Vase Small
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Glacial Vase from Orrefors is made of thick, crystal-clear glass inspired by the edges of an iceberg as it rises to the surface. The object delivers elegance to any home as a decorat...
Crystal
Midcentury Sven Palmqvist Orrefors Kraka Crystal Vase
By Orrefors
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Orrefors blue yellow/green vase, designed by Sven Palmqvist. Wonderful glass with exceptional blue and yellow/green color that collaborates with the cl...
Art Glass
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blue blown-glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Rare Nils Landberg for Orrefors Centerpiece Bowl, Smoke Grey and Clear, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The bowl is clearly signed on the bottom with engraved "Orrefors" and production mark PU 3092/21. Nils Landberg (1907-1991) joined the engraving school at Orrefors and continued as...
Art Glass, Glass, Sommerso
Vicke Lindstrand, "Stella Polaris" Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass "Stella Polaris" vase designed by Vicke Lindstrand and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Blown Glass
Vase Apple Designed by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors Sweden, 1955
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vase Apple Designed by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors Sweden, 1955 Large Orrefors 'The Apple' EXPO vase, designed by Ingeborg Lundin, Sweden, 1955, free-blown colorless glass with yel...
Art Glass
$1,024Sale Price|20% Off
Miniature Kraka vase by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
An exceptionally rare miniature version of the iconic “Kraka” vase, designed by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, Sweden, in 1954. The Kraka series is regarded as one of the most importan...
Sommerso, Glass
Nils Landberg Sommerso Vase for Orrefors, Swedish Art Glass, 1968
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nils Landberg for Orrefors Glass Sommerso Vase. Inner smokey green/gray with a clear surrounding outer glass layer. Signed to bottom. In very nice original condition!
Art Glass
$200 / item
Orrefors Glacial Bowl Medium
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Glacial Bowl from Orrefors is made of thick, crystal-clear glass inspired by the edges of an iceberg as it rises to the surface. The object delivers elegance to any home as a decorat...
Crystal
Nils Lamberg for Orrefors Sommerso Grey and Clear Glass Vase
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Scandinavian Modern Sommerso Smoked Grey Tall Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors Elegant smoked grey and clear sommerso glass vase. Designed by Nils Landberg and manufactured ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Sommerso
Vicke Lindstrand Rare Pair of Art Deco Vases in Etched Glass for Orrefors 1930s
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Tilburg, NL
Vicke Lindstrand Rare Pair of Art Deco Vases in Etched Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1930s. 1: A very rare and mesmerizingly beautiful 'diver' vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors - ...
Glass, Art Glass
Triangular Orrefors Sommerso Vase by Nils Landberg, 1950s
By Mazzega, Flygfors Glass, Orrefors, Nils Landberg, Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unusual triangular shaped Dusk art glass vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors. Swedish midcentury modern decorative piece from the Dusk series featuring a beautiful Sommerso effect wit...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vicke Lindstrand, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in High Point, NC
An organic blown glass vase, model Stella Polaris, designed by Vicke Lindstrand and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Vintage Swedish Eden Glass Plate from Orrefors, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Swedish Eden Glass Plate from Orrefors, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materials: Glass Br...
Glass
Large Vintage Swedish Glass Plate from Orrefors, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large Vintage Swedish Glass Plate from Orrefors, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional info...
Glass
Nils Landberg, Sommerso Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass Sommerso vase designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s
Blown Glass
$596Sale Price|20% Off
Nils Landberg Glass Vase and Bowl "Midnight Blue Dusk" for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A beautiful and very rare handmade vintage sommerso glass vase and bowl made and signed by talented Nils Landberg for Orrefors glassworks, Sweden in the 1960s. The vase and bowl have...
Glass, Sommerso
Orrefors Sweden Martti Rytkönen Crystal Elephant Orrefors Glass Paperweight
By Orrefors
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Elephant, the Zoo Collection by Martti Rytkönen. This beautiful Orrefors crystal elephant paperweight from Sweden designed by Martti Rytkönen is a true minima...
Crystal
Orrefors Sven Palmquist Glass "Selena" Canoe Bowl Mid-Century Modern, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Rare circa 1950s unusually shaped canoe studio bowl, modernist design by world famous "Kraka" & "Ravenna" designer Sven Palmquist, made at Swedish glass maker Orrefors. Hand engraved...
Art Glass
Vicke Lindstrand Rare and Large 'Dykare' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors 1930s
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Tilburg, NL
Vicke Lindstrand Rare and Large 'Dykare' or 'Diver' Vase in Etched Glass for Orrefors, Sweden, 1930s. A very rare and mesmerizingly beautiful 'diver' vase by Vicke Lindstrand for Or...
Glass, Art Glass
Set of Cooler and Shaker Orrefors Nils Landberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This set contains a glass bucket for ice or vine cooler. The other piece is a Shaker/carafe for spirits/whiskey. They are both designed by Nils Landberg a...
Glass
Mid-20th Century Signed Orrefors Twisted Crystal Candles Holders, a Pair
By Orrefors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Mid-Century Modern crystal candlestick holders made by Orrefors unusual twist crystal. Nice vintage piece for your living space.
Crystal
Large 2kg Floral Glass Shell Bowl Ashtray Element by Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Glass shell bowl, ashtray Producer: Orrefors, Sweden (marked underneath the stand) Age: 1970s Description: Wonderful heavy glass elements designed ...
Glass
Unique Vicke Lindstrand Orrefors Crystal Vase with Cut Leaf Pattern, Signed LU 1
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This ultra-rare and striking crystal vase, designed by renowned Swedish artist Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship and artistic flair. Likely dating ...
Crystal
$437Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Thick and Massive Swedish Orrefors Vase in Grey/Green Sommerso Glass
By Orrefors
Located in Milano, IT
Having started its activities in the late 1800s, and being still active today after an acquisition from Royal Denmark, Orrefors is one of the oldest surviving glassmakers in Sweden a...
Art Glass
Edvard Hald for Orrefors Graal Glass Fish Vase 1954
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Toledo, OH
Art glass fish vase by Edvard (Edward) Hald for Orrefors in clear glass with green fish and plants created using the Graal method, which was developed by Orrefors in 1916. This type ...
Glass, Art Glass
$345Sale Price|25% Off
Midcentury Glass Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This red and clear glass vase was designed by Nils Landberg in the mid-1950s and manufactured by Orrefors in Sweden. Due to wear, the signatur...
Blown Glass
Jan Johansson for Orrefors Crystal Reflections Bowl
By Orrefors, Jan Johansson
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Art Deco style Crystal Reflections Bowl was designed by Jan Johansson for Orrefors Sweden. It was made in Sweden of clear crystal. Jan Johansson (1942-2018) was a well-known Swedish...
Crystal
Tall 1950s Dark Toned Sommerso Vase Signed Nils Landberg for Orrefors Glass
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
A tall dark smoke toned and clear Sommerso crystal glass vase designed by Nils Landberg (1907-1991) for Orrefors Glass, Sweden, circa 1950-1959. Beautiful vase from the 'Dusk' series...
Blown Glass, Sommerso
Rare Ariel Bowl by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden 1953
By Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Ariel Bowl by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden 1953 A large bowl of the Ariel series designed by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors Sweden. Colorless glass with a purple and gr...
Art Glass
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Translucent Glass Vase by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and understated Mid-Century Modern vase was realized by the renowned maker, Orrefors, in Sweden, circa 1960. It features to intersecting demilune forms that meet to crea...
Glass
Vintage Etched Tall Bud Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful vintage etched bud vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, circa 1970s. The vase is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 2.75"D x 15"H and reta...
Art Glass
Swedish Art Deco Glass Vase with Couple by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, 1930s.
By Orrefors, Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Asaa, DK
Swedish Art Deco Glass Vase with Couple by Vicke Lindstrand for Orrefors, 1930s. Large and impressive clear Art Deco vase with engraved motif of a nude young couple embracing underw...
Glass
Large Orrefors Crystal Bowl by Lars Hellsten, Sweden, 1980s
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors, Murano 5
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large and solid clear Scandinavian modern art glass crystal bowl designed by sculptor Lars Hellsten for Swedish Orrefors in the late 1980s. Symmetrical and flared stylized flower pet...
Crystal
Ariel Vase 'Girl and the Dove' by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Ariel Vase 'Girl and the Dove' by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden A heavy vase of the Ariel "Girl with Dove" series designed by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors Sweden in 1946. C...
Art Glass
$50 / item
Orrefors Heart Bowl Votive Small
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
The Heart Bowl/ Votive from Orrefors is shaped like a heart, with rounded edges giving it a delicate look. It represents affection and love, the perfect gift for someone you care abo...
Crystal
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1963
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1963 A vintage vase of the Graal series designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glass decora...
Art Glass
Swedish Modern Rare Bud Vase By Edward Hald for Orrefors Signed Early Production
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful small bud vase in clear glass & black glass bottom signed and numbered designed by Edward Hald for Orrefors , numbered 139
Blown Glass
Great Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1957
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Nice Fish Graal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden 1957 Item e6741 A heavy vase of the Graal series designed by Edvward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glas decorated with underwater flora and fishes, overlayed with a thick clear glass layer. This example dates to 1957. Signed with: 'Orrefors Graal No 471 M Edward Hald'. An authentic piece of Midcentury Modern Scandinavian glass design. Edward Hald (1883 – 1980) is one of the well-known Swedish glass artists who have worked for Orrefors. After studying in Leipzig, he completed his artistic training with Henri Matisse in Paris. The famous Graal glass is one of the first masterpieces of Edward Hald, which he developed together with Simon Gate and Knut Bergqvist...
Art Glass
Tree of Live Art Glass Vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden 1977
By Olle Alberius, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Tree of Live Art Glass Vase by Olle Alberius for Orrefors, Sweden 1977 This heavy art glass bowl is part of the 'Tree of Live' series designed by Swedish artist Olle Alberius (1926–...
Art Glass
$50 / item
Orrefors Brilliance Votive
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Brilliance Votive has intricate cuts forming angular facets which beautifully reflect the light. Add this votive by Orrefors Design to complete the set table and to deliver an elegan...
Crystal
Scandinavian Modernist Faceted Translucent Glass Bowl Signed Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
This refined modernist bowl was realized in Sweden by the renowned maker Orrefors. It features an octagonal mouth and undulating curved faceted sides in translucent glass...
Glass
Set of 3 Crystal Pieces Art Deco Orrefors Simon Gate Sweden
By Orrefors, Simon Gate
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These three pieces from Orrefors Sweden where designed by Simon Gate in the 1930s. The name of them are "Tusen Fönster" a thousand windows. They are i...
Crystal
Green Crystal Glass Apple by Ingeborg Lundin for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
By Ingeborg Lundin, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Stunning crystal glass apple by Ingeborg Lundin, tinted crispy green. The apple is an iconic piece, composed in 1955 and was first presented at H55 where it caused a sensation. The design is the epitome of Lundin’s pure, gracious style. About Ingeborg Lundin: Ingeborg Lundin was a Swedish glass artist, whose 1950s and 60s designs are among the most influential of that era. Lundin got her education at Konstfack in Stockholm and started working at Orrefors directly after her graduation in 1947. She stayed at Orrefors until 1971, redefining the art of glass design with her pure, gracious, sometimes ethereal creations. Ingeborg Lundin received the Lunning prize in 1954 and a gold medal at the Milano Triennale in 1957. Literature: Svenskt glas...
Glass
Edvin Öhrström, Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass vase designed by Edvin Öhrström and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Glass
Ariel 'Gondoliere' Vase by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden, 1962
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Ariel 'Gondoliere' Vase by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden 1962 A heavy vase of the Ariel Gondoliere series designed by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors Sweden in 1946. Clear gla...
Art Glass
Ravenna Bowl by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors, Sweden 1950s
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Ravenna bowl by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors, Sweden 1950s A heavy bowl of the Ravenna series designed by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors Sweden in the 1950s. The squarish bowl has round...
Art Glass
Rare Signed Anne Nilsson for Orrefors Expo White Glass Vase
By Orrefors
Located in East Quogue, NY
Rare signed and numbered white glass vase by Anne Nilsson for Orrefors Expo, dated 1998. This beautifully crafted clear and white glass vase is approximately 16.5" tall, the base is ...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Sven Palmqvist, "Kraka" Vase, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-coloured blown glass "Kraka" vase designed by Sven Palmqvist and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s.
Blown Glass
Ariel Bowl by Edvin Ohrstrom for Orrefors, Sweden, Signed on Underside
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
Located in Kansas City, MO
Art Glass "Ariel" bowl by Edvin Ohrstrom for Orrefors. Signed on bottom. Excellent condition.
Art Glass
Nils Landberg Red Expo Tulip Vase, Orrefors Glassworks, circa 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in New York, NY
Mid century glass artist Nils Landberg's Red Expo Tulip Vase was designed for Orrefors glassworks in the 1950's. This delicately tinted vase is hand blown glass signed with incised s...
Glass
Nils Landberg, "Tulip Glass" Vase, Blown Glass, Sweden, 1950s
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in High Point, NC
A colored blown glass "Tulip Glass" Vase designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden, 1950s. From the "Expo" production series.
Blown Glass
Small Orrefors Vase Bowl
By Orrefors
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This is a vintage small Orrefors vase signed and numbered on the underside.
Art Glass
Nils Landberg Glass Tulip Vase for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vase, tulip designed by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957. Glass. Measurements H: 44.5 cm/ 1' 6".
Glass
Vintage Art Glass Vase by Martti Rytkoenen for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Art Glass Vase by Martti Rytkoenen for Orrefors, Sweden A vintage art glass vase designed by Martti Rytkoenen, Finnland for Orrefors ca. 1990s. Colorless glass in houre glas...
Art Glass
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Jar, 1970s Design, Decorative Object
By Orrefors
Located in Roma, IT
Orrefors sweden jar is a decorative object designed by Orrefors Sweden, in the 1970s. Crystal vase, 7,5 x 11 cm. Very good conditions
Crystal