Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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
Lars Hellsten Orrefors Crystal Corona Bowl 1960s
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Corona Bowl by Lars Hellsten circa 1960s.
The Swedish crystal Corona 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.
Mid Century Modern glass bowl by Orrefors, circa 1960s, designed by Lars Hellsten.
6 petal bowl known as the Corona bowl.
Vintage Modernist design Orrefors Sweden Art Glass Corona Bowl by Lars Hellsten.
This elegant six-sided petal bowl is a remarkable piece of art, reflecting exquisite attention to detail.
Beautiful solid glass bowl...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Orion Bowl by Lars Hellsten 1970s
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in North Hollywood, 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...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Rare Nils Landberg for Orrefors Centerpiece Bowl, Smoke Grey and Clear, 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Lars Hellsten for Orrefors Crystal Bowl
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Frederick, MD
This vintage Swedish cut crystal bowl was designed by Lars Hellsten. It is very heavy and high quality. The original sticker is intact and the signature is clear. The stamped logo is...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Other Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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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...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Orrefors Sweden Bowl With Colored Crystal Dish
By Orrefors
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the entire description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our objects.
Elegant...
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1990s Swedish Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Orrefors "Crown" Heavy Crystal Bowl
By Orrefors
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An interesting heavy crystal bowl by "Orrefors", Sweden. Signed with paper label.
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1970s Swedish Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Fish Graal Bowl by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
By Edward Hald, Orrefors
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Fish Graal bowl by Edward Hald for Orrefors, Sweden, 1957
A rare bowl of the Graal series designed by Edvward Hald for Orrefors Sweden in 1938. Clear and green glas...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Heavy Orrefors Sweden Cut Crystal Art Deco Style Covered Dish
By Orrefors
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-Century Modern Art Deco style heavy cut crystal round shape covered barware / tableware ice bucket / Bonbonniere. The covered dish feature an Art Deco style with its clean line v...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Orrefors Simon Gate, 1000 Windows, Glass Bowl, Signed, circa 1970s
By Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in Chatham, ON
Orrefors Simon Gate (designer) - Mid-Century Modern - art glass bowl - signed - circa 1970s.
Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no restoration - minor surface scr...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Orrefors, Lars Hellsten, Orion Crystal / Glass Bowl, Sweden, 20th Century
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Chatham, ON
Orrefors (Manufacturer) - Lars Hellsten (Designer) - Orion (Product Line / Name) - Vintage Scandinavian clear crystal / glass bowl - original applied sticker and etched signature to ...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Orrefors Heart Bowl Large
By Orrefors
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
The Heart Bowl 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 about. The ...
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2010s German Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
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...
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2010s Slovenian Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Vintage Orrefors Sofiero by Gunnar Cyren Cut Crystal Bowl Dish Signed #3834-121
By Orrefors
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Orrefors Sofiero cut crystal dish #3834-121 designed by Gunnar Cyren.
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Late 20th Century Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Vintage Scandinavian Swedish Mid-century Modern Clear Crystal Corona Bowl, 1970s
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This crystal Corona Bowl was designed by Lars Hellsten for the Swedish glassworks Orrefors in the 1970s. Made of high-quality artistic crystal in the shape...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Sven Palmquist "Selena" Glass Bowl Orrefors Scandinavian Modern
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in Stockholm, SE
A studio bowl by world famous "Kraka" & "Ravenna" designer Sven Palmquist, made at Swedish manufacturer Orrefors. Hand engraved signature and numbering ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Ravenna Bowl by Sven Palmquist for Orrefors, Sweden 1950s
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
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...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
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...
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20th Century Swedish Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Glass
Vicke Lindstrom Hand-Chiseled Art Glass Bowl
By Vicke Lindstrand, Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vicke Lindstrom hand-chiseled Art glass bowl. Has the look of a piece of ice that has been Chiseled and formed. Beautiful simple Bowl signed on bottom ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Edvin Öhrström "Ariel" Glass Bowl for Orrefors
By Edvin Öhrström, Orrefors
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 Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass, Blown Glass
2 Pc. Nils Landberg for Orrefors Grey and Clear Sommerso Vases
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
2 pc. Mid Century Art Glass vases by Nils Landberg for Orrefors. Both are in excellent condition free of damage , both are fully and correctly marked. Offered and priced as a lot of ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Midcentury Glass Tricket by Orrefors
By Orrefors
Located in Copenhagen, K
Midcentury chrystal glass trincket by Orrefors in Sweden. Signed and numbered.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Mona Morales Schildt for Orrefors Bowl
By Mona Morales-Schildt, Orrefors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mona Morales Schildt for Orrefors bowl or vase. Beautiful design of 1/2 round circles polished all around. Signed bottom.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Blown Glass
Vintage Orrefors Graal Glass Cobalt Blue Bowl by Gunnar Cyren
By Gunnar Cyren, Orrefors
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning and abstract figure signed Orrefors graal glass bowl is by the noted Swedish designer: Gunnar Cyren. It is from 1968. The colors are spect...
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1960s Swedish Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Blown Glass
Swedish Crystal Petal Bowl
By Orrefors
Located in Buchanan, NY
The elegant Swedish crystal petal bowl with six sides designed by Lars Hellsten for Orrefor is a stunning piece of art. The bowl is designed with exquis...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Set of 2 Orrefors Sven Palmquist "Selena" Glass Bowls Scandinavian Modern
By Orrefors, Sven Palmquist
Located in Stockholm, SE
Two pieces of studio bowls modernist design by world famous "Kraka" & "Ravenna" designer Sven Palmquist, made at Swedish glass maker Orrefors. Hand engraved signature & numbering "Or...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Scandinavian Modern Crystal Lotus Bowl by Designer Lars Hellsten
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Scandinavian Modern or organic modern crystal lotus flower bowl by sculptor/designer, Lars Hellsten, circa late-20th century, Sweden. Great as a standalone bowl or as vid...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Set of Cooler and Shaker Orrefors Nils Landberg, Sweden, 1950s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
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...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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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...
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1950s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Crystal
Group of Scandinavian Modern Sven Palmqvist "Selena" Bowls from Orrefors
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in New York, NY
Group of three soft form opalescent glass "Selena" bowls by Swedish glass master Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors, circa 1950.
Largest bowl: 9.5" x 9.5" x 3.5".
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
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Art Glass
Orrefors bowls and baskets for sale on 1stDibs.
Orrefors bowls and baskets 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 bowls and baskets, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 30 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original bowls and baskets by Orrefors were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider bowls and baskets by Wilhelm Kåge, Kosta Boda, and Nils Thorsson. Prices for Orrefors bowls and baskets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $131 and can go as high as $3,175, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $610.
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Questions About Orrefors Bowls and Baskets
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.