What was worn in the 1970s?

Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.

Are the 1970s mid-century?

No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

What is 1970s furniture called?

What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.

Were sequins popular in the 1970s?

Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Was velvet used in the 1970s?

Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.

How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?

To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?

Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?

Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.

Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?

The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.

What are the famous art pieces of Richard Anuskiewicz during the late 1970s?

After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

1970s Chrome Dining

Saporiti Chrome

Italian Glass Top Dining Table

Chrome And Velvet Mid Century

Set Of Four Cantilever Chair

Gastone Rinaldi Chrome Chair

Milo Baughman Chairs 1970s

Italian Chrome And Leather Chair

Metal Based Italian Dining Tables

Gaetano Sciolari Sputnik Dandelion Chandelier, Chrome Finish, 1970s

$1,129Sale Price|29% Off

Gaetano Sciolari Sputnik Dandelion Chandelier, Chrome Finish, 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Palermo, IT

Sputnik ceiling lamp by Gaetano Sciolari - 1970s. The striking design of this ceiling lamp consists of delicate chrome leaves that radiate from the central core. The arrangement is r...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Three Light Ice Cube Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s

$1,020 / item

Three Light Ice Cube Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A stunning large textured glass flush mount by Kalmar Leuchten, Germany/Austria. This sculptural ceiling fixture features three cube-shaped ice glass lampshades mounted on a sleek ch...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Two Light Ice Cube Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s

$990 / item

Two Light Ice Cube Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A stunning large textured glass flush mount by Kalmar Leuchten, Germany/Austria. This sculptural ceiling fixture features two cube-shaped ice glass lampshades mounted on a sleek chro...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Four Light Ice Cube Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s

$1,990 / item

Four Light Ice Cube Glass and Chrome Flush Mount by Kalmar Leuchten, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A stunning large textured glass flush mount by Kalmar Leuchten, Germany/Austria. This sculptural ceiling fixture features four cube-shaped ice glass lampshades mounted on a sleek chr...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Three Light Chrome & Smoked Glass Chandelier Italy, Sciolari 1970s

$4,450 / set

Pair of Three Light Chrome & Smoked Glass Chandelier Italy, Sciolari 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Miami, FL

Superb pair of three-light Chrome chandelier with smoked Glass Globes attributed to Sciolari, circa 1970s. US rewired and in working condition. 60 watt max bulb per light.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Italian Murano Glass Bell-Shaped Iced Glass and Chrome Pendant Light, 1970s

$1,070

Italian Murano Glass Bell-Shaped Iced Glass and Chrome Pendant Light, 1970s

By Mazzega

Located in Barntrup, DE

Made in Italy in the 1970s, it is likely crafted by Mazzega. The light beautifully reflects and refracts through the unique texture of the glass shade, creating captivating plays of...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

3 Dimensional Square Design Chrome Wall Lamp, 1970s, Italy

$1,412

3 Dimensional Square Design Chrome Wall Lamp, 1970s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

3 dimensional Square design Chrome Wall Lamp, 1970s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamps. Lamps are in very good condition. These lamps works with 4x E14 standard light b...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Wall Lamp in Glass and Chrome by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1970s

$569

Midcentury Wall Lamp in Glass and Chrome by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

The lamp is executed in chrome metal and glass and this lamp need 1 x E27 Edison screw fit bulb. Its wired, in working condition and run both on 110 / 230 volt.

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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

2 Fine French 1970s Square Glass and Chrome Flush Mounts by Perzel

$6,800 / item

2 Fine French 1970s Square Glass and Chrome Flush Mounts by Perzel

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Long Island City, NY

Atelier Jean Perzel - Two fine French Mid-Century square “Queen’s Necklace” flush mount ceiling lights, composed of rough-laid glass slabs set between two chrome frames and a white o...

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Antique 1670s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Murano Glass Flower Petal Pendant by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970's

$1,521Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Murano Glass Flower Petal Pendant by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970's

By Mazzega, Carlo Nason

Located in Lisboa, PT

This Murano glass chandelier was designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, in Italy, during the 1970's. This lamp features twelve clear, petal-shaped Murano glass plates, running from cle...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Brass and Chrome-Plated Steel Mirror

$1,252

1970s Brass and Chrome-Plated Steel Mirror

Located in IT

A vintage 1970s wall mirror in the style of Romeo Rega, featuring an elegant frame crafted from brass, copper, and chrome-plated steel. Featuring original-style mirrored glass, this ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

1970s Renato Zevi Vintage Chrome Brass Glass Console Table Desk Romeo Rega Sofa

$7,134Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Renato Zevi Vintage Chrome Brass Glass Console Table Desk Romeo Rega Sofa

By Renato Zevi

Located in London, England

This is an amazing console table in large proportions that came from a grant residence in Hyde Park London and used to decorate one of their entrance rooms. The table ordered on this...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Bar Cart Folding Plastic Faux Wood and Chrome Metal by Robex, Italy, 1970s

$854

Bar Cart Folding Plastic Faux Wood and Chrome Metal by Robex, Italy, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Very rare Italian bar cart from the 1970s. Folding, chrome-plated metal and plastic faux wood. Very good condition.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Italian modern transparent rounded glass and chromed metal chandelier, 1970s

$3,758

Italian modern transparent rounded glass and chromed metal chandelier, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern transparent rounded glass and chromed metal chandelier, 1970s Round base glass chandelier.

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Vintage 1970s Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1970s Stanislav Indra Chrome Plated Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia

$250

1970s Stanislav Indra Chrome Plated Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia

By Stanislav Indra

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use - 1x E26/E27 bulb - US wiring compatible

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Italian Space Age Pendant Lamp, Chrome and Ivory Acrylic, 1970s

$1,936

Italian Space Age Pendant Lamp, Chrome and Ivory Acrylic, 1970s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Italian Space Age Pendant Lamp, Chrome and Ivory Acrylic, 1970s. This ceiling pendant lamp is built around a domed ivory acrylic shade suspended within a curved chrome frame. The ar...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Space Age Table Lamp in Satin Opal Glass and chrome from Staff Germany 1970s

$784

Space Age Table Lamp in Satin Opal Glass and chrome from Staff Germany 1970s

By Staff Leuchten

Located in Nienstädt, DE

Space Age Table Lamp in Satin Opal Glass and chrome from Staff Germany 1970s Diameter 26cm High 22cm 1 x E26 / E27 socket Nice condition

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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Chrome Christian Dior Style Home, Italy 1970s

$1,025

Serving Tray in Lucite, Rattan and Chrome Christian Dior Style Home, Italy 1970s

By Christian Dior, Dior Home

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury wonderful rectangular serving tray in lucite, rattan and chrome in the style of Christian Dior Home. Made in Italy in the 1970s. This item is a wonderful addition to eve...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Gaetano Sciolari 20-Light Sculptural Chrome Tube Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

$2,562

Gaetano Sciolari 20-Light Sculptural Chrome Tube Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

Sculptural Italian Mid-Century Modern chandelier attributed to Gaetano Sciolari, featuring a striking geometric arrangement of vertical cylindrical tubes in two different lengths. T...

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Vintage 1970s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Pair Vintage Chrome Arc Table Lamps by Vereinigte Werkstätten München 1970s

$1,252

Rare Pair Vintage Chrome Arc Table Lamps by Vereinigte Werkstätten München 1970s

By Vereinigte Werkstätten München

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

High quality. Made in the 1970s by Vereinigte Werkstätten München. Two different heights and lengths. 34cm - 36cm and 51cm - 56cm. The lamps are executed with E27 Edison screw...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s

$1,708 / set

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s Set of three cylindrical wall lamps in chromed metal, with white lacquering inside.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s

$1,708 / set

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s Set of three cylindrical wall lamps in chromed metal, with white lacquering inside.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Carlo Nason for Mazzega Murano Glass Wall Sconce, Italy Circa 1970's

$1,651

Carlo Nason for Mazzega Murano Glass Wall Sconce, Italy Circa 1970's

By Mazzega, Carlo Nason

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Beautiful Carlo Nason wall sconce for Mazzega, Murano glass, Italy circa 1970s. Featuring sculptural folded iridescent glass shade with vibrant rainbow prism effects and textured met...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Chrome and Ball Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany

$979

Space Age Chrome and Ball Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Space Age Chrome and Ball Glass Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist ceiling lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E27 standard light bul...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Vintage German Space Age Table Lamp, Chrome & Glass, 1970s Design

$1,759

Vintage German Space Age Table Lamp, Chrome & Glass, 1970s Design

Located in Hamburg, DE

Space Age table or floor lamp in chrome and glass. A simple yet imposing form. The lamp consists of chrome-colored cylinders of different heights, connected by webs in a triangle. A...

Category

20th Century German Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large Cosack Swirl Sputnik ceiling lamp or wall lamp in chrome, Space Age, 1970s

$2,050

Large Cosack Swirl Sputnik ceiling lamp or wall lamp in chrome, Space Age, 1970s

By Gebrüder Cosack

Located in Nienstädt, DE

Gebrüder Cosack Large "Swirl" Sputnik ceiling light Space Age design, 1970s Rare chrome-plated version Can also be used as a wall light Diameter 68 cm, height 21 cm 12 x E12 / E14 so...

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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

John Vesey Style Mid-Century Modern Brass Chrome & Glass Console Table, 1970s

$950Sale Price|50% Off

John Vesey Style Mid-Century Modern Brass Chrome & Glass Console Table, 1970s

By Maison Jansen, John Vesey

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Mid-Century Modern mixed metal brass and chromed steel console sofa table in the style of John Vesey and Maison Jansen. Removable clear beveled glass top. Coordinating coffee table a...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Butcher Block & Chrome Swivel Bar Stools, 1970s

$3,100 / set

Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Butcher Block & Chrome Swivel Bar Stools, 1970s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Striking set of three Mid-Century Modern swivel bar stools, crafted in the United States circa the 1970s. Combining warm natural wood with polished metal, these stools have a distinc...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Chrome Table Lamp by Florian Schulz Germany 1970s

$2,724Sale Price|20% Off

Exceptional Mid-Century Modern Chrome Table Lamp by Florian Schulz Germany 1970s

By Florian Schulz

Located in Hannover, DE

Here you have the opportunity to purchase a very rare table lamp by Florian Schulz. The lamp is of masterly quality, it is made of solid brass which has been chrome-plated to a high ...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s

$1,708 / set

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern chromed metal and white cylindrical wall lamps, 1970s Set of three cylindrical wall lamps in chromed metal, with white lacquering inside.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

1970s Gaetano Sciolari 37 Cube Chrome Chandelier MCM , Italia

$18,995

1970s Gaetano Sciolari 37 Cube Chrome Chandelier MCM , Italia

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Iconic Gaetano Sciolari 37 cubes chrome chandelier , Italy Prime quality material, solid construction, fine assembly and craftsmanship. Brass cubes covered by a thick chrome coat. ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1970s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo, Brass & Chrome

$1,571 / item

1970s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo, Brass & Chrome

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Den Haag, NL

Pair Very impressive Table lamps . Hollywood Regency in style . The design consists of a square structure of rectangular columns. Materials: The lamp is crafted from a combination of...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Glass & Chrome, Italy, 1970s Design

$626

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Glass & Chrome, Italy, 1970s Design

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Ceiling lamp with large glass and chrome metal diffuser.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

1970s Bremshey German Serving Cart, trolley , Formica and Chrome

$1,721 / item

1970s Bremshey German Serving Cart, trolley , Formica and Chrome

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Original vintage Bremshey bar or serving cart from Germany. Super stylish clean and multifunctional design. It can be folded and therefore easily stored (great space saver) it can be...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Steel

Console Table Wood, Brass, Chrome & Smoked Glass Willy Rizzo Style, 1970s, Italy

$3,188

Console Table Wood, Brass, Chrome & Smoked Glass Willy Rizzo Style, 1970s, Italy

By Romeo Rega, Willy Rizzo

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing console table, hallway, foyer or entry table in wood, brass, chorme and smoked glass top in the style of Willy Rizzo. Made in Italy in the 1970s. It features one...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Pair of 1970s German Bubble Glass and Chrome Sconces, Vintage Mid-Century Modern

$420 / set

Pair of 1970s German Bubble Glass and Chrome Sconces, Vintage Mid-Century Modern

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Pair of elegant bubble glass wall sconces with a sleek chrome metal base, made in Germany. Each sconce features a beautifully textured glass shade with a charming air bubble inside t...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Small Space Age Table Lamp done in Chrome with revolving shade, Italy 1970s

$1,800

Small Space Age Table Lamp done in Chrome with revolving shade, Italy 1970s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a gorgeous little Space Age table lamp done entirely in chrome. It features tubular form with a revolving head that allows you to point light in any dir...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1970s Hollywood Regency Black Wood and Chrome Credenza

$4,750 / set

1970s Hollywood Regency Black Wood and Chrome Credenza

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A monumental 1970s Hollywood Regency credenza in black wood with bright chrome accents, styled in the elegant geometric vocabulary associated with Tommi Parzinger.

Category

Vintage 1970s Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Pair of Sconces in Colored Glass and Chrome by Veca, Italy, 1970s

$1,594

Midcentury Pair of Sconces in Colored Glass and Chrome by Veca, Italy, 1970s

By VECA

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful pair of wall sconces in colored glass (blue and green) and chrome by Veca. Made in Italy in the 1970s. The original label is still attached as shown in the p...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Modern Vintage Table Lamp Chromed Metal Spring Harvey Guzzini 1970s

$820

Modern Vintage Table Lamp Chromed Metal Spring Harvey Guzzini 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini, Heinz Brenker

Located in Vienna, AT

Modern vintage table lamp from chromed metal by Heinz Brenker for Harvey Guzzini, 1970s Italy. A wonderful table lamp shaped like a spring from chromed metal with one E 27 socket a...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Space Age Saucer Pendant Light, Chrome and Green Metal, 1970s

$854

Space Age Saucer Pendant Light, Chrome and Green Metal, 1970s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Space Age Saucer Pendant Light, Chrome and Green Metal, 1970s. This Space Age pendant light takes the form of a flying saucer, built from a green painted metal shade meeting a polis...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Pair Hourglass Shaped Chrome Wall Sconce, France, Europe, 1970s

$2,391

Pair Hourglass Shaped Chrome Wall Sconce, France, Europe, 1970s

Located in Rijssen, NL

High-end wall sconces, made in France, Europe, around 1970. The wall lights are made of lead crystall and a chrome frame holding the glass. Dimensions: Height: 13.78 inch (35 cm) Wi...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Willy Rizzo style Serving Cart Trolley in Chrome and Smoked Glass, Italy, 1970s

$1,366

Willy Rizzo style Serving Cart Trolley in Chrome and Smoked Glass, Italy, 1970s

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Rome, IT

Serving cart trolley in chrome structure and two green smoked glass shelves made in Willy Rizzo style, Italy, 1970s. Conditions are good, only the chrome structure in some points pr...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Pair Chrome and Glass Wall Lamps , Czechoslovakia

$1,002

1970s Pair Chrome and Glass Wall Lamps , Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use. - Newly rewired.

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome

Cosack Leuchten Modernist Sputnik Brass and Chrome 10-Light Flush Mount, 1970s

$390

Cosack Leuchten Modernist Sputnik Brass and Chrome 10-Light Flush Mount, 1970s

By Leola

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A gorgeous brass and chrome flush mount by Cosack Leuchten. The light fixture requires ten European E27 / 110 Volt Edison bulbs, each bulb up to 60 watts. It measures approximate 9 3...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Midcentury Serving Cart in Chrome, Brass and Glass by Romeo Rega, Italy 1970s

$1,936

Midcentury Serving Cart in Chrome, Brass and Glass by Romeo Rega, Italy 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful serving bar cart / trolley in chrome, brass and two smoked glass shelve smoked glass attributed to Romeo Rega. Made in Italy in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass, Steel, Chrome

1970s Arredalux Italian Space Age Chandelier, 25 Lights, Chrome

$12,664Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Arredalux Italian Space Age Chandelier, 25 Lights, Chrome

By Gaetano Sciolari, Arredalux

Located in Palermo, IT

Large and impressive Italian Space Age chandelier produced by Arredalux in during the 1970s. This striking chandelier features 25 lights arranged in a dramatic atomic Sputnik struct...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Metal, Brass, Steel, Chrome

Stunning Flush Mount Clear Air Bubble Glass and Chrome Base by Limburg, 1970s

$620 / item

Stunning Flush Mount Clear Air Bubble Glass and Chrome Base by Limburg, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Title: Large Bubble Glass Flush Mount by Glashütte Limburg, Germany Description: A beautiful large flush mount ceiling light by the renowned German manufacturer Glashütte Limburg. T...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Kalmar Catena Murano Glass Chrome Chandelier, 1970s

$3,644

Kalmar Catena Murano Glass Chrome Chandelier, 1970s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Rijssen, NL

A fantastic Kalmar chandelier model "Catena" by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1970s. These lights are handmade high quality pieces. Made of large hand-molded Murano glass...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Stunning Chandelier Made of Chrome and Crystal Glass by Kinkeldey, 1970s Germany

$1,025

Stunning Chandelier Made of Chrome and Crystal Glass by Kinkeldey, 1970s Germany

By Kinkeldey

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

The chandelier needs 3 x E14 standard bulb. Light bulbs are not included. It is possible to install this fixture in all countries (US, Australia, Asia, UK, Europe,..)

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Flush Mount Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

$2,990

Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Flush Mount Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, Mazzega, Venini, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A fantastic Mid-Century modern light fixture model 'Catena' by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufatured in 1970s. It consists of a polished chrome plate with 18 organic and ribbon-shaped Mu...

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Pair of Wall Sconces in Colored Glass & Chrome by Veca, Italy, 1970s

$1,594

Midcentury Pair of Wall Sconces in Colored Glass & Chrome by Veca, Italy, 1970s

By Fontana Arte, VECA

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful pair of wall sconces in colored glass (blue and green) and chrome by Veca. Made in Italy in the 1970s. The original label is still attached as shown in the pic...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970's Adjustable Table Lamp by Sanyo, Japan

$364

1970's Adjustable Table Lamp by Sanyo, Japan

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Japan Made of plastic, chrome. 1x60W,E27 or E26 bulb. Good original condition. US adapter included.

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Chandelier by Valasske Mezirici, 1970's

$546

Mid-Century Chandelier by Valasske Mezirici, 1970's

By Osvětlovací sklo n.p., Valašské Meuiříčí

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of glass and chrome. Re-polished. Good original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Chrome

1970s Glass and Chromed Steel Pedestal 14x52"

$2,500

1970s Glass and Chromed Steel Pedestal 14x52"

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a minimalist pedestal table produced in the 1970s. The table consists of a square clear glass top resting on a chromed steel pedestal base. The table measures approximately ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Pedestals

Materials

Steel

1970s Italian Tubular Wall Light, Chromed Metal, Space-Age Design

$1,651

1970s Italian Tubular Wall Light, Chromed Metal, Space-Age Design

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb and rare tubular wall light designed and produced in italy in the 1970s. This wall light is composed of a chromed metal arm ending with a point of light at each end. Unique de...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Large Limburg Bubble Glass & Chrome Globe Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s

$1,400

Large Limburg Bubble Glass & Chrome Globe Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

A stunning pendant light featuring a large, clear "melting" glass globe and chrome-plated hardware. Crafted in the 1970s by Limburg, Germany, this piece showcases a hand-blown globe ...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Glass & Chrome Frame Flush Mount by Soelken Leuchten, Germany, 1970s

$620

Glass & Chrome Frame Flush Mount by Soelken Leuchten, Germany, 1970s

By Soelken Leuchten

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Elegant ceiling lamp made in the 1970s. The base is made of chromed metal on a lacquered base. The Fixture requires two European E27 / 110 Volt Edison bulbs, each bulb up to 60 watts...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Table lamp from Bergboms in oak, leather, acrylic shade and chrome. Sweden 1970s

$3,188

Table lamp from Bergboms in oak, leather, acrylic shade and chrome. Sweden 1970s

By Bergboms

Located in København K, 84

This rare 1970s Swedish table lamp by Bergboms exemplifies the refined material contrasts and functional elegance characteristic of Scandinavian modernism. A masterful composition of...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Plexiglass lamp with chrome metal details, 1970s

$1,435

Plexiglass lamp with chrome metal details, 1970s

Located in Roma, RM

Plexiglass lamp with chrome metal details, 1970s Product Details Includes straw lampshade with cotton trim. Dimensions: 36 W × 69 H x 36 D cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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What was worn in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
Are the 1970s mid-century?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What is 1970s furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
Were sequins popular in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
Was velvet used in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
Are go-go boots from the 1960s or 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
What are the famous art pieces of Richard Anuskiewicz during the late 1970s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.