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Space Age Lighting

SPACE AGE STYLE

Vintage Space Age furniture captured post–World War II optimism with swooping shapes, bowed lines and experimentation with new materials including plastic and fiberglass.

From the launch of the Sputnik 1 satellite in 1957 to the landing of Apollo 11 astronauts on the moon in 1969, the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States propelled advancements in technology that transformed culture. Space Age design encompassed fashion, architecture, cars, furniture and objects for the home, bringing wonder and hope for the future into everyday life.

Coinciding with Pop art, Space Age style featured bold colors and forms. Eero Aarnio’s Ball chair, which debuted in 1966, used molded fiberglass for a capsule-like space while Verner Panton’s 1959 Panton chair was a single piece of molded plastic for a gravity-defying S shape. Red versions of Olivier Mourgue’s 1964 Djinn chair were futuristic enough to appear on the space station in Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Today, Joe Colombo is revered as a master of modern Italian design thanks to the provocative modular furniture pieces he created, such as the Tube chair and the Elda armchair, both of which embody the future-forward spirit of the Space Age.

The Space Age spirit extended to home building too. The futuristic Case Study Houses, which were designed by the likes of Pierre Koenig, Charles and Ray Eames, Richard Neutra and Whitney R. Smith, are considered a high point of modernism and the Southern California lifestyle.

Sometimes the nods to space exploration were more literal, like moon and star motifs or the 1965 Eclisse lamp by Vico Magistretti that saw the mid-century Italian designer integrating a movable inner shade to “eclipse” the light source. Alongside the pioneering moon missions, JVC manufactured the Videosphere portable television reminiscent of the Apollo 11 space helmets.

Although the style faded in the 1970s — with the 1975 joining of the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts signaling a new era of cooperation and the global oil crisis impacting the availability of plastics — the era’s innovations influenced designers into the 21st century such as Zaha Hadid and Djivan Schapira.

Find a collection of vintage Space Age seating, tables, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Space Age
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp by Louis Kalff for Philips
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
This mid century table lamp model 'bijou' by Louis Kalff was introduced in the 1950's but it still looks modern today. The lampshade and base are made from blue/green metal, light ...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Pair of space age Chrome & milk Glass Sputniks - Czechoslovakia / 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s, Czechoslovakia - nice original condition with patina - 5 flamming, bulbs with any wattage - US wiring compatible - one has slightly different tone of globes jr
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1970s Czech Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Vintage pendant light by Max Sauze, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Space age pendant light with bent aluminum strips in silver and gold. Designed by Max Sauze. The light takes one E27 light bulb. 1960s - France Good condition Dimensions: Height...
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1960s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

Chromed Cylinder with Cut Out BAG Turgi
Located in Mortsel, BE
A luminaire that marries elegance with innovation. This heavy chromed cylindrical shape boasts a distinctive round cut-out, allowing a unique interplay of light. BAG Turgi, as a bran...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Peter Hamburger for Knoll "Crylicord" Lucite & Chrome Floor Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage floor lamp by designer Peter Hamburger, produced in France by Knoll for the Crylicord series, with curved stem in Lucite, cylindrical shade and base in polished chrome. Cord...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Cast Iron & Glass Wall Lamp from Italy Murano
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing a unique wall lamp originating from the Murano island, Italy. We currently have 2 pieces in stock. With their cast iron frame and Murano glass diffusers, they make for a ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Orange Square Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Orange square-shaped ceramic wall lights/flush mounts in Fat Lava style. in Germany in the 1970s. The base of the light is square and there is a beautiful ceramic cross on to...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Brass 1970s Nictea Pendant by Afra e Tobia Scarpa for Flos
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Golden Metal, brass and optical glass Nictea pendant by afra e Tobia Scarpa for Flos. Very good condition: normal and pleasant oxidation patina as showed in pictures. All parts incl...
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1660s Italian Antique Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

Adjustable Space Age Gallery Spot for Wall or Ceiling by Staff
Located in München, DE
Fantastic lamp for wall or ceiling mounting from the 1970s. The Staff brand is known for its high-quality workmanship and perfectionist design. The large yellow-orange lamp head is i...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Space-Age German Tripod rocket floor lamp in resin & metal, 1960s
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
German floor lamp circa 1960, consisting of a resin cylinder decorated on the inside with stickers giving a beautiful transparent pattern when lit, resting on three painted steel fee...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Spring metal sconce by Philippe Rogier for Oxar, made in France, 1970s
Located in Lyon, FR
Spring metal sconce designed by Philippe Rogier for Galerie Oxar, made in France in the 1970s. 5 available. Good condition, bulbs not included. Sold separately or together.
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Set of 5 spring sconces by Philippe Rogier for Oxar, made in France, 1970s
Located in Lyon, FR
Set of 5 spring metal sconces designed by Philippe Rogier for Galerie Oxar, made in France in the 1970s. Good condition, bulbs not included. Sold separately or together. Dimensions :...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

1 of 2 Large Sputnik Flush Mount or Wall Sconce by Cosack, Germany, 1970s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Vintage Sputnik lamp from 1970s manufactured by Cosack, Germany, 1970s. This lamp can be used as a ceiling lamp, or as a wall lamp. Sockets: 11 x E14 small bulbs. Light bulbs are no...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

Brass Chandelier from Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Wonderful gold Sputnik chandelier from the 1960s. The opal glass lampshades spread a cozy light. The lamp is manufactured to a very high qualit...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

Albanella table lamp by Sergio Brazzoli & Ermanno Lampa for Harvey Guzzini 1973
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Albanella table lamp designed by Sergio Brazzoli and Ermanno Lampa in 1973 for Harvey Guzzini. This space age sculptural lamp attests the design of the 1970s with its sleek futuristi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Metal Table Lamp with Triangular Glass Light on Tripod Stand, 1970's
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian made table lamp from the 1970's. This unusual metal lamp reminds of a globe on a tripod stand with a triangular glass center.
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

1970s Pink Space Age Metal Pendant by LUDIB Bratislava, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Pink metal ring pendant with brass perforated strip by LUDIB Bratislava - Good original condition with minor signs of use - 2x, E26 or E27 bulbs
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1970s Slovak Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Elegant Table Lamp by Cosack
Located in Mortsel, BE
This Cosack Table Lamp is a beautifully crafted piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. The chrome stem and base of this lamp provide a modern touch, while the cylindrical lam...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Triple Stem Space Age Table Lamp by SIS
Located in Mortsel, BE
The Sis Leuchten table lamp with model number "483" is a unique and highly functional lighting solution. It features three separate stems, each with its own light source, that can be...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

1970s Black Space Age Metal Pendant by LUDIB Bratislava, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Black metal ring pendant with brass perforated strip by LUDIB Bratislava - Good original condition with minor signs of use - 2x, E26 or E27 bulbs
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1970s Slovak Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

BIG Beautiful Space Age Sputnik, Dandelion, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Germany, 1960s - Made of plastic - Original good condition jr
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Pair fagenhulst floor lamps 1970s Sweden
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice pair of Floor lamps .White Perspex Shades.,that can be changed in height .Two large bulbs each . Pull down switch. Manufactured by Fagerhulst Sweden 1970s .good condition
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1970s Swedish Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Acrylic

Italian Space Age Pendant Lamp
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Space Age Pendant Lamp
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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Vintage "Torpedo" Table lamp by Tomás Diaz Magro for Fase, Spain 1969
By Fase
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Vintage "Torpedo" Table Lamp by Tomás Diaz Magro for Fase in Spain, crafted in 1969, encapsulates an era of timeless elegance and functional design. With its sleek, streamlined s...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Aluminum

Large Pair of Organs Metal Chrome Sconces by Reggiani, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large pair of wall lights lamps sconces organs in metal chrome by Reggiani. Famous design as Sciolari, Willy Rizzo, Maison Charles, Jansen. Measurements on photos: H 175 x W 29 x ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Space Age Metal Pendant by LUDIB Bratislava, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Red metal ring pendant with brass perforated strip by LUDIB Bratislava - Good original condition with minor signs of use - 2x, E26 or E27 bulbs
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1970s Slovak Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Green Space Age Metal Pendant by LUDIB Bratislava, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Green metal ring pendant with brass perforated strip by LUDIB Bratislava - Good original condition with minor signs of use - 2x, E26 or E27 bulbs
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1970s Slovak Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Atomic Space Age Adjustable Table Lamp 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Atomic Brass Plated Opaline Glass Adjustable Table Lamp 1970s
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Opaline Glass, Plastic

Large “Sputnik” chandelier in brass and glass Murano, Italy, circa 1980
Located in Paris, FR
Large Murano glass and brass chandelier, circa 1980. A structure made up of a sphere and brass rods supports « flowers » of brass and glass beads. 56 light bulbs. It is possible to ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair Green Square Ceramic Wall Lights, Germany, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Green square-shaped ceramic wall lights/flush mounts  in Fat Lava style. Manufactured by in Germany in the 1970s. The base of the light is square and there is a beautiful ce...
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1970s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Tulip Space Age Table Lamp
Located in BAARLO, LI
Space Age 1970s tulip-shaped table lamp from France. Composed of 4 plastic shades, on a plastic base. The orange lamp has a switch and emits a beautiful warm light. In good vintage c...
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1970s French Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Red Ceramic Wall Light Flush Mount, Denmark, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Spectacular circular ceramic wall light, with beautiful red accents. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s. Labelled by Løvemose, in excellent condition.  Løvemose was a pottery in t...
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1970s Danish Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage SP2 Silver Spiral Pendant Lamp by Verner Panton for J. Lüber, ca. 1968
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage silver spiral SP2 pendant lamp by Verner Panton produced by J. Lüber in Switzerland ca. 1968 Very good condition. All original. Complete. Stunning lighting effect. H 150 x D...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Acrylic

Muschroom and Conic Design Large Table Lamp by LAMBERT, 1980s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Muschroom and Conic Design Large Table Lamp by LAMBERT, 1980s, Germany Lampshade is in good condition and very clean. This lamp works with E27 light bulb. Wired and suitable to us...
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1980s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Enrico Tronconi Bulb Table Lamp
Located in BAARLO, LI
Fairly small Italian 1970s 'Bulb' table lamp, attributed to Enrico Tronconi. The lamp is in very good vintage condition. EU plug can be changed with a simple EU to US plug adapter.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Gae Aulenti, Pipistrello Table Lamp for Martinelli Luce, 1965
Located in London, GB
Gae Aulenti was one of the most influential and prolific Italian architects and designers of the post-war period. An advocate of the Neoliberty movement, she is remembered for the in...
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Space Age pendant lamp by Harvey Guzzini Dijkstra, 1970s
Located in La Mesa, CA
Space age pendant attributed to Dijkstra in cream/ivory color with an aluminium/metal frame. The shade produces a magnificent glow, reflecting nicely on the chrome arc underneath the...
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1970s Danish Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Italian Space Age style Chandelier in white metal, 2000s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Space Age style Chandelier in white metal, 2000s Chandelier with spherical diffuser in white painted metal. In the center of the diffuser there is a decorative cut, in which ...
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Early 2000s Italian Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

XXL Disc Flush Mount or Wall Light, Germany, 1960s
Located in Schwerin, MV
Very large discus lamp from the 1960s to 1970s in very good original condition. There are 3 identical lights. A manufacturer's label is missing - but probably contact/staff due to th...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Floor or table lamp by La Murrina Murano
Located in SON EN BREUGEL, NL
A very decorative and contemporary floor or table lamp by La Murrina Murano. Blown glass globe with iron oxide inside what gives the lamp a spectaculair look. Polished brass frame. ...
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20th Century Italian Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

2 Sconces in Chrome and Crystal, Year, 1950, Sweden
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 Sconces Year: 1950 Materials: chrome and crystal To take care of your property and the lives of our customers, the new wiring has been done. If you want to live in the golden year...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Swirl pattern Murano Glass and Brass Set of 3 Sconces by Beatrix, 1970s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Swirl pattern Murano Glass and Brass Set of 3 Sconces by Beatrix, 1970s, Italy Very elegant and minimalist wall lamps. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 st...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Space Age Ingo Maurer Pox Wall Light
Located in BAARLO, LI
A very beautiful wall/table lamp designed by Ingo Maurer, Germany 1966. The lamp has a bit of a donut shape and the yellow lacquered shade is adjustable in height. The lamp is easy t...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

Space Art Chrome & Acrylic Light Panel, Italy 1970’s
Located in New York, NY
Chic wall sculpture.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Chandelier by Aldo Nason for Mazzega Murano, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Ribbon model chandelier or ceiling pendant light by the designer Aldo Nason for Mazzega, blown Murano glass, metal chrome. Famous manufacture like Car...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1960s Space Age brass ceiling lamp with 10 glass balls by Kaiser Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Beautiful brass ceiling light from 1960 with 10 white opal glass balls. Manufacturer is Kaiser Leuchten. Made in Germany. Great sixties Space Age Atomic design. Very good vintage con...
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1960s German Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

1970s "Futura" Wave Peill & Putzler Chromed Gold & Smoked Glass Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
The largest version of this beautiful hanging pendant light from the 'Futura' range which is also more commonly called 'Wave' which was manufactured in Germany by Peill & Putzler during the 1970s. The three-wave smoked ribbed glass shade is suspended from a gold-chrome bulb-holder fitting and black flex with a matching round black plastic ceiling cup. A very unusual design with three 'waves' of smoked ribbed glass on the inside contrasting against smoked smooth glass on the exterior. This space age futuristic light...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome, Wire

Space Age Hanging Lamp by Elio Martinelli for Artimeta
Located in BAARLO, LI
A large plastic Space Age pendant lamp with a diameter of 55 cm. This model also exists as a floor lamp and is attributed to Elio Martinelli for Artimeta, Netherlands, from the 1960s...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Plastic

Floor Lamp Diabolo Red Beige by Knoll, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful floor lamp by Knoll, manufactured circa 1970. Red and beige shade with beautiful patterns, illuminates beautifully. The base is made of wood with a classy ring in the middl...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Other

Original table lamp 'Mezzachimera' by Vico Magistretti for Artemid, 1970s
Located in Saarburg, RP
table lamp 'Mezzachimera' by Vico Magistretti for Artemide The 1970s space-age style lounge floor lamp is a fascinating vintage piece that will give your room a retro-futuristic at...
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1970s European Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal

1970s German Peill & Putzler 'Wave' Ribbed Clear & Chrome Flush Mount/Wall Light
Located in London, GB
An absolutely beautiful 1970s 'Wave' clear ribbed glass wall or flush mount ceiling light with a polished chrome reflective base plate designed by Kock and Lowy for Peill & Putzler Germany. A very unusual design with 'waves' of ribbed glass on the inside contrasting against clear smooth glass on the outside. This space age futuristic light...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Large aluminium Wall lamp by Nucleo Sormani, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Large wall lamp produced by Nucleo Sormani in the 1970s. The lamp consists of six -similar but not the same- curved aluminum parts, each with a light bulb socket (E14). Each part ca...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Aluminum

1960s German Peill & Putzler 'Artichoke' Opaline Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light
Located in London, GB
1960s Large German Peill & Putzler 'Artichoke' shaped opaline ceiling flush mount. The shade clips onto a black metal ceiling plate which screws directly to the ceiling. It easily ...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Foil

Hanging lamp from Gaetano Sciolari, Model CUBIC , 1970s
Located in Saarburg, RP
CUBIC ceiling lamp by Sciolari - 1970s. The ceiling light by Gaetano Sciolari from 1970 is a truly iconic piece of modern lighting art. The designer, who is known for his groundbrea...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Brass

Sergio Mazza & G. Gramigna XL Magnolia Table Lamp
Located in BAARLO, LI
Rare 'Magnolia' table lamp by Sergio Mazza & Giuliana Gramigna for Quattrifolio Design. The Italian design dates back to 1973. This is the (very) large version of the lamp. Resting o...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Medusa Pendant Lamp by Harvey Guzzini
Located in BAARLO, LI
Italian 1970s Space Age pendant lamp by Luigi Massoni for Harvey Guzzini. With an orange/white plastic shade. The lamp is in good vintage condition with minor signs of wear.
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

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Plastic

Brass Floor Lamp Murano Glass by Aldo Nason for Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern space age vintage original brass version of floor lamp by Aldo Nason for the manufacture Mazzega. Blown amber Murano glass. Famous manufacture like Venini, Vistosi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Lighting

Materials

Brass

1970s German "Futura" Wave Peill & Putzler Chrome & Glass Pendant Hanging Light
Located in London, GB
A small version of this beautiful hanging pendant light from the 'Futura' range which is also more commonly called 'Wave' which was manufactured in Germany by Peill & Putzler during the 1970s. The three wave clear ribbed glass is suspended from a chrome bulb-holder fitting and black flex with a matching black plastic ceiling cup. A very unusual design with three 'waves' of ribbed glass on the inside contrasting against clear smooth glass on the outside. This space age futuristic light...
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Lighting

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Space Age lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, mirrors and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Mazzega Murano, Peill & Putzler, Kaiser Leuchten, and Staff Leuchten. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $111 and tops out at $39,124 while the average work can sell for $1,474.

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