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.
HOLIDAY GIFT - Art Deco Pair of Candle Holders Design Simon Gate Orrefors 1920s
By Orrefors, Simon Gate, Edward Hald
Located in Bochum, NRW
A pair of Orrefors candle sticks, never seen in this shape. Original manufacturer label, dating from the early 1920s. Beautifully rendered in fine blown smoky green glass, this delic...
Glass
$60Sale Price / set|20% Off
1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass
By Orrefors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Pair Orrefors Candle Holder Square Crystal Glass 2.5 h x 3.13 x 2.88 Preowned vintage unrestored condition, please see images provided.
Crystal
$248Sale Price / set|20% Off
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Discus Votive Candle Holder by Lars Hellsten a Pair
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Designed by Lars Hellsten, this beautiful crystal tea light votive was created for the World Athletics Championships in 1995. Inspired by its namesake, the votive is reminiscent of t...
Crystal
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
Lot Swedish Modern Art Glass Candlesticks by Lars Hellsten for Orrefors
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful set of four "Capella" glass candlestick holders designed by renowned Swedish glass artist Lars Hellsten. Crafted from heavy, clear crystal, these sculptural candleholders...
Art Glass
Mid Century Crystal Candle Holder by Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, Sweden
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in Andernach, DE
Chunky mid century crystal candle holder by Orrefors from the Capella collection by Lars Hellsten, Sweden. Gorgeous heavy mid-century design of a stylised Acanthus leaf. Beautifully ...
Crystal
ORREFORS - LENA BERGSTRÖM - Studio Glass Candle Holder - Sweden - Circa 1999
By Orrefors, Lena Bergström
Located in Chatham, ON
ORREFORS (Manufacturer) - LENA BERGSTRÖM (Designer) - Vintage Scandinavian studio glass 'puck' votive candle holder - large size - accommodates 1 1/2" diameter candle - acid etched s...
Crystal
$156Sale Price|20% Off
Orrefors Crystal Votive Candle Holder by Lars Hellsten, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal by Lars Hellsten circa 1970s. The Swedish crystal bowl designed by sculptor Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, marked with needle-...
Crystal
GIFT IDEA - Orrefors Anne Nilsson Pair Candle Holders Scandinavian Crystal Art
By Anne Nilsson, Orrefors
Located in Bochum, NRW
🎁 A Gift Worth Giving: Pair of Orrefors “Raspberry” Candle Holders by Anne Nilsson - A Winter Gift of Light Like frozen fruit glistening in Nordic twilight, this pair of Raspberry t...
Crystal
Engraved Orrefors Molded Crystal Flower Candle Holders Erika Lagerbielke, Six
By Orrefors
Located in Miami, FL
Set of six clear molded crystal flower candle holders designed by Erika Lagerbielke and made by Orrefors Sweden. Engraved at the base, Orrefors. Each...
Crystal
$320Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Orrefors Crystal Candleholders
By Orrefors
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautiful pair of Orrefors Crystal Candleholders. The candleholders are cut and crafted crystal. They're cut in an intricate way that causes the light to dance off the crys...
Crystal
Set of Five “Capella” Crystal Candle Holders by Orrefors, Sweden
By Lars Hellsten, Orrefors
Located in Västra Frölunda, SE
Elegant set of five crystal candle holders from the Capella series, designed by Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, Sweden, during the 1970s. This iconic Scandinavian design showcases Orrefo...
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Two Hagenauer Candle Holder around 1920s
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Wien, Au
Two Hagenauer candle holder around 1920s Polished and stove enamelled
Brass
$156Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.75 in Dm 3.75 in
Orrefors Crystal Votive Candle Holder by Lars Hellsten, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors, Lars Hellsten
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal by Lars Hellsten circa 1970s. The Swedish crystal bowl designed by sculptor Lars Hellsten for Orrefors, marked with needle-...
Crystal
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
H 11 in Dm 6 in
1950s Mid Century Amber Crystal Baccarat France Candle Holder/ Candle Lamp
By Baccarat
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning 1950's Mid Century Crystal Amber Tone Candle Holder by Baccarat France. Nice piece for the collection.
Crystal
Raspberry Glass Candleholders by Anne Nilsson for Orrefors, Set of 5
By Orrefors
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of 5 first series tea light candleholders designed by Anne Nilsson in 1992. These dates from the 1990s and was manufactured by orrefors in Sweden. M...
Glass
Simon Gate for Orrefors Thousand Windows Art Deco Crystal Vase, 1932
By Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Simon Gate designed "Tusen Fönster”, or Thousand Windows, series for Orrefors in 1932. It is a classic example of Scandinavian Modern interpretation of Art Deco design elements, with...
Crystal
1960s Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Glass Candle Holders
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Beautiful set of two thick Murano glass candle holders in black purple reflections colors. Both still in perfect condition.
Murano Glass
Pair of Cobra Candle Holders - France, Circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Exotic pair of brass candlesticks with intricate etched pattern and red enamel finish.
Mid Century Twisted Brass Candle Holder Pair
Located in Toronto, CA
A classic design with an interesting twist, this Mid-Century brass candle holder pair combines timeless elegance with sculptural appeal. Crafted from brass, the twisted form adds a d...
Brass
$3,995
H 6.5 in Dm 7.49 in
Green Art Deco Glass Vase by Simon Gate. Orrefors, Sweden, 1930. Swedish Grace.
By Edward Hald, Simon Gate, Orrefors
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace glass vase. Designed by Simon Gate and made by Orrefors, Sweden, 1930s. The model was shown for the first time at the 1930 Stockholm Exhibition. ...
Glass
Lars Holmström Candlestick in Brass by Lars Holmström in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Brass candlestick designed by Lars Holmström. Produced by Lars Holmström in Arvika, Sweden.
Brass
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
Swedish Modern Candle Holder in Brass by Lars Holmström, 1950s
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful swedish modern candleholder in brass by Lars Holmström, 1950s. Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Brass
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
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
$4,200
H 19 in W 6 in D 5 in
Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Court Lady Candle Holders, Mid-20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A lovely pair of Chinese export porcelain candle holders in the form of court ladies holding lotus blossoms, mid 20th century, circa 1960's, China. Modeled after 18th century Qianlo...
Porcelain
Sold
H 2.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Glass Ice Cube Candle Holder by Goran Warff 1980
By Goran and Ann Warff, Orrefors
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Orrefors Sweden Crystal Glass Ice Cube Votive Candle Holder Design by Goran Warff - a Pair. Vintage 1980 Orrefors Crystal Cube candle holder designed by Göran Wärff. Crystal Votive C...
Crystal
Orrefors Crystal Puzzle Votive Candleholders by Helene Krantz
By Orrefors
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is Orrefors Crystal. These are candleholders designed by Helene Krantz. They're called Votive Puzzle Candleholders. They intricately fit together like a puzzle. They graduate in...
Crystal
1960s Candle Holder Crystal Slant Glass Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Orrefors Sweden Votive Glass Candle Holder Glass Slant Tealight Votive 3 .38 h x 4 diameter Original preowned vintage See images for condit...
Crystal
1960s Candle Holder Crystal Glass Brilliance Orrefors Sweden
By Orrefors
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Orrefors Sweden Glass Votive Crystal Brilliance 2.25 h x 4.25 diameter stamped by maker Original preowned vintage See images for condition.
Crystal
Pair of Nils Landberg Candle Sticks Crystal Glass Orrefors / Sandvik 1930s
By Nils Landberg, Orrefors
Located in Basel, BS
Rare pair of Nils Landberg crystal candle holders for Sandvik/ Orrefors, model No. NS 1612, hand-crafted in Sweden in the 1930s. Very good condition with minor signs of use and age....
Crystal
Sold
H 5.25 in W 17 in D 17 in
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
Crystal Candlestick Holders by Orrefors, a Pair
By Orrefors
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of crystal candlestick holders made by Orrefors of Norway. Angular squared columns are reeded with scalloped tops and marked underneath ‘Made in Austria’. Dimensions per candl...
Crystal
Pair of Crystal Glass Votive Candleholders by Orrefors, Sweden, 1970s
By Orrefors
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of sparkling candleholders by Orrefors, Sweden, 1970. Illuminates beautifully. Also gorgeous on a holiday table! Simple and minimalistic. Measures "across and stands about" h...
Crystal
Orrefors Regina Candlesticks in Crystal
By Orrefors
Located in Astoria, NY
Orrefors Regina candlesticks in clear cut crystal. Features include a faceted column design on square bases. Signed on the bottom. Despite a minor chip to the corner of one candlesti...
Crystal
Pair of Candleholders in Crystal by Orrefors, Sweden
By Sven Palmquist, Orrefors
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A pair of candleholders shaped like flowers by Sven Palmqvist for Orrefors. Signed in the bottom. See other listing for a similar pair but slightly smaller.
Crystal