Orrefors Sweden Cut Crystal Decanter

Orrefors Sweden Cut Crystal Decanter
Elegant and timeless, this vintage Orrefors decanter features a deeply cut diamond pattern and original stopper. A brilliant example of Scandinavian craftsmanship, perfect for elevating any bar cart or glassware collection. Signed with the iconic Orrefors Sweden label.

• Maker: Orrefors, Sweden

• Material: Full lead crystal

• Style: Traditional cut glass with diamond pattern

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of age

• Measurements: 10" H

• Additional Information: 

  Thank you for providing the signature “TL3974-831” on your Orrefors piece. Based on the information available, this signature corresponds to a design by Gunnar Cyrén, a renowned Swedish glass artist known for his work with Orrefors. The piece is likely part of the Sofiero collection, which features elegant cut crystal designs. The numbering “3974-831” refers to the specific design and production series.​

  Gunnar Cyrén (1931–2013) was a prominent designer for Orrefors, contributing significantly to their mid-20th-century collections. His designs are celebrated for their craftsmanship and artistic value.​

• The History of Orrefors Glassworks

  Founded: 1898 in Småland, Sweden
  Known For: Fine crystal, cut glass, art glass, and innovative modern design

  Orrefors began as a glassworks in a former ironworks site in the forested region of Småland, an area with a long tradition of glassmaking. Initially, the company produced basic household glass items. But in 1914, under new ownership, Orrefors shifted toward art glass and crystal, setting the stage for global recognition.

  The real transformation came in the 1910s and 1920s, when Orrefors hired artists like Simon Gate and Edward Hald, who introduced engraved and sculptural glass designs that helped establish Sweden as a leader in the international glass art scene. Their creations debuted at the 1925 Paris Exhibition and helped define the elegant, clean lines of Swedish Grace, a Nordic answer to Art Deco.

  Throughout the 20th century, Orrefors became synonymous with innovation—introducing techniques like Graal glass (multi-layered glass carved with patterns) and Ariel (encasing air bubbles within glass). The company collaborated with world-class designers, including Ingeborg Lundin, whose iconic "Apple" vase is a mid-century modern classic.

  By the late 20th century, Orrefors crystal was prized for both everyday tableware and collectible art glass. It became a staple in fine Swedish design and a frequent diplomatic gift from Sweden.
  
  

  Legacy Today

  Though traditional production at the Orrefors factory ended in the 2010s, the brand continues as part of the Orrefors Kosta Boda group, and pieces are still designed in Sweden. Vintage and antique Orrefors glass remains highly collectible—especially signed or artist-designed pieces from the mid-20th century.