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Mid-Century Italian Chromed Sputnik Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Beirut, LB
Very rare space-age chrome-plated sputnik with incredible arms plus 8 lights.
At the end of each
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Large 'Sputnik' Chandeliers in Brass and Glass 47in./120cm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
'Sputnik' chandeliers, brass, glass, Austria, 1960s
Beautiful and sizeable 'Sputnik' chandeliers
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Emil Stejnar Sputnik Glass Flower Wall Lights, Austria, 1960
By Emil Stejnar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Two eye-catching floral glass and brass wall lights by Emil Stejnar, manufactured in the 1960s in
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Set of Five Starburst Flower Sputniks, Two Wall Lights and Three Chandeliers
By Emile Steinar
Located in Rijssen, NL
, manufactured in the 1960s in Germany. Very heavy with glass flowers on a brass Sputnik frame.
The glass
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Emil Stejnar Sputnik Sconces Wall Lights, Gilt Brass Crystal Glass, 1970
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of beautiful Viennese snowflake / blow ball / Sputnik wall lights designed by Emil Stejnar
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass, Gold Plate
H 5.52 in Dm 11.03 in
Pair of Kalmar Sputnik Sconces Wall Lights 'RS 3 WA', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large and rare J.T. Kalmar wall lights manufactured in Austria in midcentury, circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel
H 13.78 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in
Space Age Sputnik Wall Lamp
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Space age Sputnik wall lamp in original vintage condition with patina.
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Vintage 1960s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
One of Ten Kalmar Sputnik Sconces Wall Lights 'RS 3 WA', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Ten (five pairs of) large J.T. Kalmar wall lights manufactured in Austria in Mid-Century, circa
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel, Aluminum, Chrome
H 13.78 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in
One of Ten Kalmar Sputnik Sconces Wall Lights 'RS 3 WA', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Ten (five pairs) large and rare J.T. Kalmar wall lights manufactured in Austria in Mid-Century
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
H 13.78 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sputnik Wall Lamps, 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A pair of beautiful Mid-Century Modern wall lamps made in Germany in the 1960s. They can perfectly
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
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H 1.97 in Dm 7.09 in
Set of Four Multicolor Charlotte Perriand Style Disc Wall Lights, Germany 1960s
By Honsel, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
of four original 1960s modernist German wall light made of metal aluminium. All lights are in the
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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H 2.37 in Dm 9.85 in
1960's Brass Sputnik Floor Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Unusual 1960's vintage sputnik floor lamp of all brass construction featuring a 28" high grand
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Cosack Sputnik Space Age Flushmount or Wall Lamp in Chrome
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Cosack Sputnik Space Age flushmount or wall lamp in chrome in excellent condition.
E27
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Chrome
Large Pair Bakalowits Miracle Sputnik Style Sconces Gilt Murano Glass Venini Era
By Bakalowits & Söhne, Palwa, Venini
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
1960s to 1970s. The high quality gilt brass metal wall lights have 12 inner and 19 outer very faint
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 14.18 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Wall Lamps or Ceiling Fixtures, 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two extremely rare Mid-Century Modern Sputnik wall lamps or sconces or ceiling fixtures
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Italian Sputnik Chandelier with 32 lights
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Chrome sputnik chandelier with 32 half silver top light bulbs
Dimension without chain h 18"
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Modernist Sputnik Hanging Light by Cosack Lights, Germany, 1960s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Sputnik hanging light
Producer:
Cosack lights, Germany
Origin:
Germany
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Rare Golden Charlotte Perriand Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany 1960s
By Honsel
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
was produced by HONSEL Lights in the 1960s and 1970s in Germany. the lights is in the original state
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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H 3.15 in Dm 10.63 in
Rare Red Charlotte Perriand Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany 1960s
By Honsel
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
was produced by HONSEL Lights in the 1960s and 1970s in Germany. the lights is in the original state
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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H 3.15 in Dm 13.78 in
Modernist Chrome Sputnik Hanging Light by Cosack Lights, 1960s, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Sputnik hanging light
Producer:
Cosack Lights, Germany
Origin:
Germany
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Set of Three Gold 1960s Charlotte Perriand Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany
By Charlotte Perriand, Honsel
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Age:
1960s
Set of three original 1960s modernist German wall light made of solid metal
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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H 3.75 in Dm 13.78 in
Midcentury Modern Sputnik Chandelier, Stilnovo, Italy 1960 's
By Stilnovo
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Midcentury modern Sputnik Chandelier attributed to Stilnovo and manufactured in Italy in the 1960
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury Brass Sputnik Chandeliers with Twelve Lights by Drupol, Praque 1960s
By Drupol
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Brass Sputnik Chandeliers by Drupol, Praque 1960s
These brass Sputnik chandeliers with
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 31.5 in Dm 15.75 in
Original Modernist 1960s Sputnik Chromed Table Light by Cosack Lights, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Sputnik table light
Producer:
Cosack Lights, Germany
Origin:
Germany
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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H 15.75 in Dm 12.6 in
Larege Modernist Cubic Sputnik Table Light Kaiser Leuchten Lights, 1960s Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
of the 1960s Sputnik Pop Art era. High quality German fabrication in a futuristic design.
This
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Table Lamps
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Metal
H 20.08 in Dm 13.19 in
1960s Italian Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Twelve lights chrome Sputnik light.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
1 of 4 Stunning Petite Floral Chrome Sputnik Pendant lights, Germany, 1960s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Aachen, NRW
Stunning petite floral plexiglass and chrome Sputnik Pendant lights, Germany, 1960s.
When
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Chrome Sputnik Pendant by Cosack Germany, 1960s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Large Sputnik chandelier with 30 lights (for E14) manufactured by Cosack Leuchten.
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Modernist Chrome Sputnik Hanging Light, Cosack Lights, 1970s, Germany
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Sputnik hanging light
Producer:
Cosack Lights, Germany
Origin:
Germany
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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H 29.53 in Dm 12.6 in
Two Mid-Century Modern Brass Sputnik Spider Flush Mount Wall Lights Kalmar 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s).
The price is per fixture. They will are sold individually
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
H 7.88 in Dm 24.81 in
Silver Gaetano Sciolari Sputnik Table Lamps, Italy, 1960s
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Hastings, GB
Pair of chrome Sputnik table lamps, Italy, 1960s
A pair of chrome Sputnik table lamps
Made In
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
1 of 4 Grand Sputnik Starburst Chandelier, 1960s-70s
Located in Berlin, BE
13 lights grand starburst sputnik chandelier 1960´s Hungary 25 crystal globes. Measures: Diameter
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Sciolari Brass and Nickel Sputnik Chandelier by Italy 1960s
By Alessandro Sciolari
Located in London, GB
light holds a clear glass disks displaying 12 lights by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy 1960s
The maximum
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Brass
Rare Golden 1970s Charlotte Perriand 25cm Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany
By Honsel
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
was produced by HONSEL Lights in the 1960s and 1970s in Germany. the lights is in the original state
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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H 3.15 in Dm 9.85 in
Twin Opal Glass Pair of Sconces, 1970s, Germany
By Wilhelm Wagenfeld
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Twin opal glass pair of sputnik sconces, 1960s, Germany.
Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Sconces from Kaiser Leuchten
By Helena Tynell, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Kaiser Leuchten, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in München, DE
Wonderful Sputnik wall lamps from the 1960s.
The opal glass lampshades spread a pleasant light.
The
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Bubble Glass Wall Lamp
By Max Bill, Kaiser Leuchten, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Sputnik wall lamp from the 1960s.
The 2 bubble glass lampshades spread a sparkling light
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Modernist Dandelion 10-Light Sputnik Chandelier Glass & Chrome, 1960s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
special feature of these Sputnik lights is that the upper bowl seems free-floating on the lower one
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Brass Wall Lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Sputnik wall lamp from the 1960s.
The 3 amber lampshades spread a pleasant light.
The
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
1960s German Sputnik Dandelion Twelve-Light Chandelier
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Awesome glass and brass dandelion chandelier, made in Germany in the 1960s. The chandelier has got
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Kaiser Sputnik Six Glass Globes Patinated Brass Chandelier, Germany, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Almelo, NL
Stunning Sputnik chandelier / flush mount with 6 handmade glass globes and patinated brass by
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Chrome Sputnik 1960s Chandelier with Unusual Angled Stem
Located in New York City, NY
Unique Mid-Century Modern, atomic style chrome Sputnik chandelier.
This chandelier has an unusual
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
1 of 2 Kalmar Sputnik Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'RS 12', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of Two rare and fantastic 12-arm atomic chandeliers / pendant lights model "RS 12 Kugel HL" by
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in
Stilnovo Sputnik Six Arms Brass Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A sputnik chandelier from the 1960s, manufactured in Italy by the renowned manufacturer Stilnovo
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Glass Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's Italian Sputnik chandelier with extending hand blown glass flowers, a chrome-plated
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Bollicine Sputnik Chandelier
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian modern sputnik chandelier shown in mixture of vintage clear and frosted Murano glass drops
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Huge Venini Murano Glass Flower Sputnik Chandelier, Italy, 1960s
By Venini
Located in Rome, IT
Sputnik flower Murano glass chandelier by Paolo Venini for VeArt, Italy. Covered in molded ice
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass
1960s, Glass and Brass Sputnik Flush Mounts by Val St. Lambert
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Lovely pair of Flush mounts or wall lights by Val St. Lambert. Cut crystal glass dishes with an eye
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Italian Large Mid-Century Chrome and Glass Sputnik Chandelier by Sciolari, 1960s
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous 6-lights chandelier made of chromed metal and aluminium in Italy during the 1960s designed
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
H 39.38 in Dm 21.66 in
1 of 2 Monumental Kalmar Sputnik Chandeliers Pendant Lights, Glass Brass, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of two extremly rare sputnik or atomic light fixtures "RS 16 HL" by J.T. Kalmar, manufactured
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Gold, Brass
H 27.56 in W 63 in D 63 in
Pair of Italian Sputnik Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1960's Italian 18 lights sputnik chandeliers with molded glass elements on a nickel
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Large Midcentury Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960 Italian nickel plated light fixture with glass insets, original patina. Oversized
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Italian Space Age Sputnik Chandelier Attributed to Fontana Arte, 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Beautiful Italian mid-century Sputnik chandelier attributed to Fontana Arte, from the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1 of 4 Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'RS 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of five rare and large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Nickel, Chrome
1 of 4 Kalmar Sputnik Pendant Lights Chandeliers 'Rs 27', Aluminum Glass, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of four large 27-arm atomic chandeliers or pendant lights model 'RS 27 Kugel HL' by J.T. Kalmar
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Aluminum, Chrome
Extremely Large Brass Sputnik Chandelier Designed in the Czech Republic 1960s
By Rene Roubicek
Located in Almelo, NL
Extremely Large Brass Sputnik Chandelier Designed in the Czech Republic 1960s.
This is an extremely
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 45.28 in W 57.09 in D 57.09 in
Gilt Metal Moderne Sputnik Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's French gilt metal sputnik chandelier fixture with six chandelier lights
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Vintage 1960s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1960s 1970s 6-Flame Sputnik Chandelier Kaiser Leuchten Opal Glass Design
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
Manufacturer: Kaiser lights
Condition: good
Age: around 1960-1970
Dimensions:
Diameter = 44cm
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Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
One of Two 'Miracle' Sputnik Chandeliers by Bakalowits, Brass Glass Rods, 1960s
By Bakalowits & Söhne, Prof. Friedl Bakalowits
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Only one light is available!
One of two fantastic Sputnik chandeliers by Bakalowits & Sohne
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 29.53 in Dm 25.99 in
12-Flame Sputnik Chandelier from the 1960s and 1970s, Kaiser Leuchten, Opal Glas
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
12-flame Sputnik chandelier from the 1960s and 1970s, Kaiser Leuchten, opal glass design
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Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
H 21.26 in Dm 24.61 in
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1960s Sputnik Lights For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of 1960s sputnik lights is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct 1960s sputnik lights — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of 1960s sputnik lights available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1960s sputnik lights to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern and Modern 1960s sputnik lights are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made 1960s sputnik lights over the years, but those made by Cosack Leuchten, J.T. Kalmar and Emil Stejnar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 1960s Sputnik Lights?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,291, while they’re typically $429 on the low end and $48,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
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Questions About 1960s Sputnik Lights
- What is a Sputnik light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.
- What did men wear in the 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
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