Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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.
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Creator: Orrefors
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...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
$446 Sale Price
20% Off
Ariel
Gondoliere
Vase by Edvin Oehrstroem for Orrefors, Sweden, 1962
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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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...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Snöljus Snowlight White Art Glass Vase by Ingegerd Råman for Orrefors
By Ingegerd Råman, Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine art glass vase by Orrefors.
Entitled Snöljus or Snowlight.
Designed by Ingegerd Råman.
Together with its Orrefors box.
Bearing an etched signature to the base: Orrefors.
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Kraka Vase by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors, Sweden 1955
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Kraka Vase by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors, Sweden 1955
A large vase of the Kraka (fishnet) series designed by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors Sweden in 1954. Kraka refers to a N...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
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Art Glass
Scandinavian Modern Glass Vase by Orrefors, 1930s
By Orrefors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Glass vase produced at Orrefors in 1930s. Stamp, somewhat torn, and marked "Orrefors" "1932".
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Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Orientes Vase by Erika Lagerbielke for Orrefors Schweden 2002
By Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Orientes Vase by Erika Lagerbielke for Orrefors Schweden 2002
A vintage vase "Orientes" from the "The four points of the compass" series. Designed by Erika Lagerbielke for Orrefors Schweden. Black and red glas...
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Early 2000s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors
By Orrefors, Edvin Öhrström
Located in Kastrup, DK
Edvin Öhrström 1906-1994.
A deep red and clear glass "Ariel" bowl for Orrefors.
Engraved signature to base Edvin Öhrström and Orrefors.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass, Blown 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...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Set of Orrefors Vase
s
By Orrefors, Olle Alberius
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
set of 3 Orrefors Vase's,designed by Olle Alberius
10"h x 3"dia.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
$6,000 / set
Tulip Vase by Nils Landberg for Orrefors, Sweden ca. 1957
By Orrefors, Nils Landberg
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Stylish 'Tulip' vase with elongated, fluting body on a slender column and flaring base in light red and clear coloration. Designed by Nils Landberg and produced by Orrefors, Sweden i...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of Heavy Crystal Bowl Vases by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of fine crystal vases bowls by Orrefors of Sweden.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
$1,000 / set
Swedish Fiskgraal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, 1950s
By Orrefors, Edward Hald
Located in BARCELONA, ES
he Swedish Fiskgraal Aquamarine Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, dating back to the 1950s, stands as a truly unique piece of artistry and craftsmanship. Its distinctiveness lies in ...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Orrefors Premier Riesling Zinfandel 2-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Premier Riesling from Orrefors, which holds 14 oz, is designed to emphasize the flavors and aromas of varietal wines, specifically Riesling or Zinfandel. The wine glass is mouth-blow...
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2010s European Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Orrefors Sense Sparkling 6-Pack
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
Sense Sparkling by Orrefors Designs, which holds 8.6 oz, is intended for sparkling beverages like Prosecco, Cava, Spumante, or Champagne. The tulip-shaped bowl allows the aromas in t...
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2010s German Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
$100 / set
Swedish Fiskgraal Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, 1950s
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in BARCELONA, ES
he Swedish Fiskgraal Green Vase by Edward Hald for Orrefors, crafted in the 1950s, epitomizes the epitome of Scandinavian glass artistry, beckoning with its captivating allure and ti...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
12 "Starry Sky" Art Deco Clear Glass Dessert Plates by Edward Hand for Orrefors
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
12 "Starry Sky" Art Deco glass dessert plates by Edward Hand (1883–1980), for Orrefors, one of the most influential glass designers at Orrefors glassworks during the 20th century.
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Orrefors Sofiero Cut Lead Crystal Fruit Bowl 20th C
By Orrefors
Located in Big Flats, NY
A crystal fruit bowl by Orrefors in the Sofiero pattern offers checkered diamond pattern with original label and signature as photographed, 20th century.
Measures - 5.5'' H X 8'' W X 8'' D.
A stunning Orrefors Sofiero cut lead crystal...
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20th Century Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal, Lead
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Chic Swedish Decanters Sven Palqvist
By Orrefors
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A chic pair of water clear Swedish crystal decanters. The bulbous bottoms with panel cut long necks with slender faceted stoppers.
Signed Orr...
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1970s Swedish Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
$780 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Nils Landberg for Orrefors Crystal Lidded Candy Dish
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Toledo, OH
This beautiful Nils Landberg for Orrefors candy dish was designed in 1966. This candy dish features clear glass with ground decoration of dots and stacked glass disks. The model numb...
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1960s Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
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.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Mouth Blown Crystal Glass Vase from Orrefors Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in København K, 84
Rare elegant hand blown glass work from Orrefors in Sweden. Foremost a celebration of pure light and shape in itself but with utility as a vase or pitcher.
The piece is signed and m...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
Vintage Mid-century Modern Scandinavian Art Glass Vase from Orrefors, 1950s
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This transparent vase was designed by Sven Palmquist for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors during the 1950s. The vase is made of art glass.
Sven Palmquist was born in 1906 in Lenhov...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
$880 Sale Price
21% Off
Nils Landberg Tall Expo Tulip Vase, Orrefors Glassworks, circa 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century glass artist Nils Landberg's Tall Expo Tulip Vase was designed for Orrefors glassworks in the 1950's. This delicately tinted vase is hand blown glass signed with incised ...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Blown 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...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Glass
1970s Orrefors Swedish
Puck
Crystal Candle Holder
By Orrefors
Located in Raleigh, US
Orrefors Swedish ‘Puck’ Heavy Crystal Candle Holder
This elegant Orrefors ‘Puck’ candle holder is a beautiful example of Swedish crystal artistry. With its sleek and modern design, ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Crystal
Set of 11 Signed Orrefors Hand Painted Enamel Goblets W/ Whimsical Decoration
By Orrefors
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A wonderful set of 11 large goblets, made by Orrefors with panel cut and polished columnar stems. Each signed glass is individually hand painted with whimsical and playful "drawings"...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
Materials
Blown Glass
Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass for sale on 1stDibs.
Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Orrefors were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in sweden during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider serveware, ceramics, silver and glass by Kosta Boda, Vicke Lindstrand, and Edward Hald. Prices for Orrefors serveware, ceramics, silver and glass can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,800 and can go as high as $2,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,100.
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Questions About Orrefors Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass
- Are all Orrefors signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022If the Orrefors piece was made using the Ariel technique, then yes, the piece will be signed by the artist and will also have a serial number and date code to help specify the production date. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Orrefors designs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What country is Orrefors from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Orrefors is from Sweden. The glassworks opened in Orrefors, Småland, in 1898 and began producing drinking vases, drinkware and other home goods in 1913. Shop a range of Orrefors glassware on 1stDibs.
- How do you identify Orrefors?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To identify Orrefors, look for a signature on the bottom of the piece. All pieces made after 1930 typically show the Orrefors name, a serial number and the word "Graal," which refers to the technique used to produce the maker's crystalware. You may also see the word "Sweden" or "Suède" on some pieces. Prior to 1947, Orrefors also indicated the year of production under the signature. If you're still uncertain of the authenticity, consider using the services of a certified appraiser. Find a variety of Orrefors pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Orrefors Swedish?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Yes, Orrefors is Swedish. The glassworks produces its luxury crystalware at a factory in a village called Orrefors, located in Småland, Sweden. It has operated there since 1898. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Orrefors crystal pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is Orrefors crystal lead free?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether Orrefors crystal is lead-free depends on its age. Since 1951, the brand hasn't used lead in its pieces. Earlier crystal ware may contain lead. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Orrefors crystal glassware and decorative objects.