Orrefors

Orrefors is a Swedish glassworks company known for crystal glass and art glass. It was founded in 1898 in the village of Orrefors in Småland, Sweden, as a center for high-quality glassmaking. The company developed a reputation for clear, bright crystal and for producing a wide range of objects that combined utility with artistic design.

Throughout the 20th century, Orrefors gained international recognition through collaborations with designers and artists who helped shape modern Swedish glass. The firm produced tableware, vases, bowls, and lighting, and advanced techniques such as engraving, cutting, and decorative etching. Its work contributed to the broader international status of Swedish glass design and craftsmanship.

Orrefors pieces are represented in museum collections around the world, and the brand became a symbol of Swedish glassmaking excellence. In the late 20th century, Orrefors became part of a larger corporate group that included Kosta Boda, forming a major Swedish glass producer under the Orrefors Kosta Boda umbrella.

Today, the Orrefors name continues to be associated with premium crystal. Production remains tied to Sweden, with a mix of contemporary design and traditional craft. The brand maintains design collaborations and ongoing efforts to refresh its catalog while preserving the historical heritage that has defined Orrefors for more than a century.