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.
$250Sale Price|40% Off
H 3 in W 5.75 in D 5.75 in
Orrefors 'Corona' Crystal Bowl, Vintage Swedish Design, Circa 1970
By Orrefors
Located in Raleigh, US
Orrefors Swedish ‘Corona’ Heavy Crystal Bowl This exquisite vintage crystal bowl from Orrefors, a renowned Swedish glass manufacturer, combines classic elegance with modern design. ...
Crystal
Glass Petal Bowl by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in London, England
Glass petal design vase by Orrefors with a blue hue, signed. Sweden circa 1980. H 13cm x W 17cm x D 17cm
Art Glass
$446Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.94 in W 5.91 in D 6.3 in
Vintage Lily Shaped Bowl, Swedish, Art Glass, Potpourri Dish, Orrefors, C.1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage lily shaped bowl. A Swedish, art glass potpourri dish by Orrefors, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Superb lily petal form...
Art Glass
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Orion Bowl by Lars Hellsten 1970s
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Orion Bowl by Lars Hellsten circa 1970s. The Swedish crystal Orion bowl, designed by sculptor Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, showcases a flared form with a scalloped edge and is signed with a marked with needle-etched Orrefors at the base. Thick-walled clear crystal glass; the side edge with the opening rim with six indentations. This elegant six-sided petal bowl is a remarkable piece of art, reflecting exquisite attention to detail. Its unique design makes it a standout addition to any home, sure to capture the admiration of all who see it. Beautiful solid glass bowl...
Crystal
$123
H 1.97 in Dm 5.91 in
Vintage Eden Series Bowl in Glass by Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Lars Hellsten
Located in Hamburg, DE
Small Vintage Eden Series Bowl in Glass by Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979. Official proof of authenticity such as vintage c...
Glass
Rosenthal Frosted Crystal Bowl, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1980s
By Rosenthal
Located in Bochum, NRW
Very elegant Rosenthal Studio-Linie scalloped crystal bowl. Frosted up to mid, clear up to top, maker's mark on upper rim, Rosenthal Studio-Linie and original manufacturer's label. E...
Crystal
Swedish Mid-Century bowl by Kosta - Vicke Lindstrand, 1950's
By Vicke Lindstrand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Vicke Lindstrand for Kosta, Sweden. 1950's Signed: Kosta LH 4013 (Hard to catch on picture) Vicke Lindstrand and Kosta, a prominent period in Lindstrand's career when he worked for ...
Art Glass
Midcentury Glass Tricket by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, K
Midcentury chrystal glass trincket by Orrefors in Sweden. Signed and numbered.
Art Glass
Lars Hellsten for Orrefors Corona Crystal Bowl, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Coral Gables, FL
A sculptural vintage Corona crystal bowl, designed by Lars Hellsten for Orrefors in Sweden during the 1970s. The design is immediately recognizable by its substantial circular base a...
Crystal
Signed Orrefors Crystal Bowl Dish Keep All with Wavy Cut Design, Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Elegant clear crystal bowl by Orrefors, Sweden, featuring a sophisticated wavy cut design that captures and reflects light beautifully. This heavy, multifaceted bowl serves as a styl...
Crystal
Vintage 4" Orrefors Sweden Tulip Shaped Bowl Candy Dish Vase by Helen Krantz (A)
By Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage 4" Orrefors Sweden Tulip Shaped Bowl Candy Dish Vase by Helen Krantz (A). Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 4" H x 5.5" Diameter
Glass
Vintage Modern Lead Crystal Glass 12" Fluted Flower Vase, Poland
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Lead Crystal Glass 12" Fluted Flower Vase, Made in Poland. Item features tapered form, stepped square base, thick heavy construction, original label, great style and form. Ci...
Glass
Vintage French Mid Century Modern Crystal Glass Flower Frog Flower Holder Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Mid Century Modern Crystal Glass Flower Frog Flower Holder Vase on Silver Plated Pedestal. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 5" H x 8" W x 8" D.
Silver Plate
Vintage Paul Revere Reed & Barton Style Small 5" Round Silver Plated Candy Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Paul Revere Reed & Barton Style Small 5" Round Silver Plated Candy Dish. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 2.5" H x 5" Diameter.
Silver Plate
Vintage Denmark Gidom Fraberg Designed Silver Plated Trinket Candy Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Denmark Gidom Fraberg Designed Silver Plated Trinket Candy Dish. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 2" H x 11.5" W x 7.75" D.
Silver Plate
Vintage Mid Century Modern Silver Plated Lotus Flower Petal Decorative Bowl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Silver Plated Lotus Flower Petal Decorative Bowl. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 4.5" H x 8.5" W x 8.5" D.
Silver Plate
