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.

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.

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.

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

AV Mazzega. Hollywood Regency Murano glass leaves sconce, Italy, 1970s

$2,702

AV Mazzega. Hollywood Regency Murano glass leaves sconce, Italy, 1970s

By Angelo Vittorio Mazzega, Mazzega, AVMazzega

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency style Murano glass leaves sconce by AVMazzega, Italy, 1970s. This wall light is composed of ten Murano glass leaves in semitransparent tone, with “frosted” style gl...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Mid century modern Murano glass pendant light 1970s Italy

$2,232

Mid century modern Murano glass pendant light 1970s Italy

By Carlo Nason

Located in Palermo, PA

Mid Century Glass Pendant Lamp in Murano Glass by Carlo Nason for Mazzega This stunning pendant lamp was crafted by Mazzega in the 1970s and showcases the finest in mid century Ital...

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Table Lamp/Napako Designed by Josef Hurka, 1970s

$270

Midcentury Table Lamp/Napako Designed by Josef Hurka, 1970s

By Napako, Josef Hurka

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Lacquered Metal,Chrome Adjustable shade Re-polished 1xE27 or E26 bulb US adapter included Good Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Table Lamp/Napako Designed by Josef Hurka, 1970s

$294

Midcentury Table Lamp/Napako Designed by Josef Hurka, 1970s

By Napako, Josef Hurka

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Lacquered Metal,Chrome Adjustable shade Re-polished 1xE27 or E26 bulb US adapter included Good Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Table Lamp/Napako Designed by Josef Hurka, 1970s

$341

Midcentury Table Lamp/Napako Designed by Josef Hurka, 1970s

By Napako, Josef Hurka

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Lacquered Metal,Chrome Adjustable shade Re-polished 1xE27 or E26 bulb US adapter included Good Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Minimal Sculpture Ceiling Lamp Sciolari Design Italian Design, 1970s

$889Sale Price|69% Off

Minimal Sculpture Ceiling Lamp Sciolari Design Italian Design, 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Minimal sculpture ceiling lamp Sciolari design Italian design 1970s, metal chrome brass and Murano cubic glass, very special design.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

1970s Mid-Century Modern wavy shaped table light, Italy

$1,526

1970s Mid-Century Modern wavy shaped table light, Italy

Located in Palermo, PA

Truly exquisite Italian 1970s table light. The gold-coated metal base, gracefully sculpted in a beautiful wavy shape. But what steals the show is the original chocolate brown velvet ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Table Lamp Elbow, Targetti Sankey, Italy, 1970s

$316

Midcentury Table Lamp Elbow, Targetti Sankey, Italy, 1970s

By Targetti Sankey

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very nice style of lighting - Adjustable - Space age style - Very good original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Dorothy Thorpe. Post-Modern candle holders by Elaine Bscheider, USA, 1970s

$883Sale Price / set|20% Off

Dorothy Thorpe. Post-Modern candle holders by Elaine Bscheider, USA, 1970s

By Elaine Bscheider, Dorothy Thorpe

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Pair of Post-Modern candle holders designed by Elaine Bscheider for Dorothy Thorpe Inc., USA, 1970s. Prezel-shaped body in transparent methacrylate/acrylic with chrome-plated golden ...

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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Sculpture Italian Design Chandelier Crystal Brass Gold Aldo Marchetti 1970s

$1,262Sale Price|57% Off

Sculpture Italian Design Chandelier Crystal Brass Gold Aldo Marchetti 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Palermo, Sicily

1970, chandelier in gilded metal and chromed metal parts, with leaf-shaped crystals, Design Aldo Marchetti per Profili S.P.A, diameter cm. 65, height cm. 80.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass, Chrome

1970s Modernist Ice Murano Glass Square Wall Sconces by Toso

$470 / item

1970s Modernist Ice Murano Glass Square Wall Sconces by Toso

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Aci Castello, IT

The 1970s Modernist Ice Murano Glass Square Wall Sconces by Toso are distinctive and artistic pieces that reflect the innovative glasswork for which Murano is renowned. They can be u...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Murano Glass Cascade Six-Light Chandelier Attributed to Vistosi, Italy, 1970s

$5,469

Murano Glass Cascade Six-Light Chandelier Attributed to Vistosi, Italy, 1970s

By Vistosi

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Murano Glass six-light chandelier atributtedo to Vistosi manufactured in Italy in the 1970s in Italy. Cascade with three-tier hand blown milk and clear Murano glass spirals pendants,...

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

Materials

Chrome

AV Mazzega. Large Hollywood Regency Murano glass sconce, Italy, 1970s

$4,893Sale Price|20% Off

AV Mazzega. Large Hollywood Regency Murano glass sconce, Italy, 1970s

By Mazzega 1946, AVMazzega, Mazzega

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Huge Brutalist Murano glass sconce by AVMazzega, Italy, 1970s. Composed of 22 Murano glass leaves in semitransparent and caramel tones, with “frosted” style glass on the inner side. ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Rare Sputnik / Atomic Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

$1,057

Mid Century Rare Sputnik / Atomic Chandelier, Italy, 1970s

By Emil Stejnar

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very nice style of lighting - Rare type.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Table Lamp Madom Design by Josep Maria Magem, 1970s

$1,293

Table Lamp Madom Design by Josep Maria Magem, 1970s

By Josep Maria Magem, Madom

Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares

360 ° swivel brown and chrome lamp moving over the full height of the arm itself reclining forward and backward with dimmer, a 70 style perfect for your home.

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Rare Midcentury Pendant Meblo, Space Age, Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

$645

Rare Midcentury Pendant Meblo, Space Age, Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini, Meblo

Located in Praha, CZ

- very rare type - space age style - marked by label - beautiful style of lighting - we can remake it with a fabric cable

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

AV Mazzega 1970s Murano Glass “Petali Selle” Banana Leaf Chandelier, Italy

$5,783

AV Mazzega 1970s Murano Glass “Petali Selle” Banana Leaf Chandelier, Italy

By AVMazzega

Located in London, GB

A sculptural Murano glass chandelier by AV Mazzega, 'Petali Selle' model, also named the banana leaf. In alabastro, very rare colour. Italy, dating to the 1970s. Composed of hand-bl...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Murano Glass Pendant light designed by Carlo Nason 1970s Italy

$2,703

Murano Glass Pendant light designed by Carlo Nason 1970s Italy

By Carlo Nason

Located in Palermo, PA

This Murano glass pendant lamp by Carlo Nason, crafted in the 1970s, is an exceptional example of Italian mid-century lighting design, combining sculptural elegance with the refined ...

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Space Age. Large table lamp "Volcano" by Maof, Spain, 1970s

$1,129Sale Price|20% Off

Space Age. Large table lamp "Volcano" by Maof, Spain, 1970s

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Large "Volcano" table lamp by Maof, Spain, 1970s. Formed by a circular metal base with a half sphere of worked alabaster and 5 opaline globes. It has 2 switches: one to turn on the a...

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Steel, Chrome

Midcentury Pendant Meblo, Design Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

$586

Midcentury Pendant Meblo, Design Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini, Meblo

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - marked by label.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Romeo Rega style Skyscraper burl wood table lamp, Italy, 1970s

$2,258

Romeo Rega style Skyscraper burl wood table lamp, Italy, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency table lamp in the style of Romeo Rega and Tommaso Barbi's designs, Italy, 1970s. Gold chrome metal, brass and varnished burl wood structure, which provides to the p...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Hollywood Regency. Murano glass sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Austria, 1970s

$903Sale Price / set|20% Off

Hollywood Regency. Murano glass sconces by Carl Fagerlund, Austria, 1970s

By La Murrina, F. Fabbian, Carl Fagerlund, Barovier&Toso, AVMazzega

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency style Murano glass sconces in the style of Carl Fagerlund, Austria, 1970s. Each wall light is composed of a semi-transparent textured Murano glass diffuser in the s...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Tall Pair of 1970s Clear Crystal Orrefors Lamps, 1970

$3,900 / set

Tall Pair of 1970s Clear Crystal Orrefors Lamps, 1970

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in Bronx, NY

Tall pair of 1970s clear crystal Orrefors lamps, 1970 This is an exceptional large heavy signed pair of clear crystal lamps by Orrefors with chrome fittings, signed Carl Fagerlund Or...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Dorothy Thorpe. Post-Modern candle holders by Elaine Bscheider, USA, 1970S

$1,110Sale Price / set|20% Off

Dorothy Thorpe. Post-Modern candle holders by Elaine Bscheider, USA, 1970S

By Elaine Bscheider, Dorothy Thorpe

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Pair of Post-Modern candle holders designed by Elaine Bscheider, United States, 1970s, United States. Black methacrylate in the shape of a prezel and chrome-plated golden metal candl...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Candelabras

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Toni Zuccheri by Venini chandelier XXL glass murano ! Italy 1970s

$1,235Sale Price|50% Off

Toni Zuccheri by Venini chandelier XXL glass murano ! Italy 1970s

By Toni Zuccheri

Located in La xara, VC

Exceptional Toni Zuccheri chandelier with large bicolore glass Murano with chrome structure . The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the italian Design ....

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Space Age Table Lamps by Hillebrand, 1970s

$2,470 / set

Pair of Space Age Table Lamps by Hillebrand, 1970s

By Hillebrand

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of large table lamps with three E27 bulbs by Hillebrand, Germany with a chrome base and a white plastic molded shade. With on/off switch. The stylish elegance of this lamp su...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Original 1970s Wall Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari

$1,411 / set

Pair of Original 1970s Wall Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A pair of original 1970s wall sconces by Gaetano Sciolari.

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Targetti, pair of wall lamps model Elbow. Italy 1970s

$1,070 / set

Targetti, pair of wall lamps model Elbow. Italy 1970s

By Targetti Sankey

Located in Catania, CT

Vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this pair of wall lamps produced by Targetti during the 1970s. Full working with EU standard, adaptable on demand for USA stand...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Ingo Maurer Chandelier, 1970s, Round, Steel, Donut Italian Design

$1,804

Ingo Maurer Chandelier, 1970s, Round, Steel, Donut Italian Design

By Ingo Maurer

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Ingo Maurer chandelier particular 1970s, caps in the form of chromium-plated metal to what particular, lit like seeing a fluctuating sculpture.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Table Lamp Red Perspex Design 1970s Pop Art Italian design

$596Sale Price|66% Off

Table Lamp Red Perspex Design 1970s Pop Art Italian design

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Table lamp red perspex design 1970s pop art, red color, chromed metal.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Fischer Leuchten Hanging Lamp - Atmospheric Lighting from the 1970s

$541Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Fischer Leuchten Hanging Lamp - Atmospheric Lighting from the 1970s

By Fischer Leuchten

Located in Oirlo, LI

Vintage Fischer Leuchten Hanging Lamp - Atmospheric Lighting from the 1970s Discover the charm of times gone by with this beautiful vintage Fischer Leuchten hanging lamp. An authent...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Hollywood Regency. Brutalist style flush mount by Gaetano Sciolary, Italy, 1970s

$1,082Sale Price|20% Off

Hollywood Regency. Brutalist style flush mount by Gaetano Sciolary, Italy, 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari, Metalarte, Sciolari Lighting, BD Lumica

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Brutalist style flush mount by Gaetano Sciolary, Italy, 1970s. Formed by 5 gold chrome metal prisms joined by a tubular structure of the same material, arranging the lights at differ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Designed Chandelier by Jílové U Děčína, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

$541

Midcentury Designed Chandelier by Jílové U Děčína, Czechoslovakia, 1970s

By Jílové u Děčína

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of Glass, Metal, Chrome 4 x 60W, E27 or E26 bulb US wiring compatible Fully Functional Good Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Modernist Italian Chandelier attributed to Sciolari, circa 1970s, Pair Available

$3,950 / item

Modernist Italian Chandelier attributed to Sciolari, circa 1970s, Pair Available

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Miami, FL

Polished chrome modernist chandelier attributed to Sciolari, circa 1970s Original shades. Wired for US and in working condition. 40 watts max per bulb.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Red Pendant Meblo Designed by Harvey Guzzini, 1970s

$694

Midcentury Red Pendant Meblo Designed by Harvey Guzzini, 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini, Meblo

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1970s - Good original condition - Design: H. Guzzini - Measure: Adjustable height 75-150cm - Marked by manufacturer - Adjustable height up to 150cm - jt.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Large Orange Pendant Light designed by Kazuo Motozawa, Staff, 1970s

$893Sale Price|20% Off

Large Orange Pendant Light designed by Kazuo Motozawa, Staff, 1970s

By Staff Leuchten, Kazuo Motozawa

Located in Aachen, NRW

Stunning pendant light designed by Kazuo Motozawa for Staff, Germany 1970s High quality made in Germany made of chrome and metal. Small signs of age. The pendant needs 1 x E27 St...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Midcentury Wall or Ceiling Lamp, Flush Mount, Sölken Leuchten, 1970s

$261

Midcentury Wall or Ceiling Lamp, Flush Mount, Sölken Leuchten, 1970s

By Sölken Leuchten

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - rare type - marked by label

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Adjustable Desk/Side Table Lamp by Massive, 1970s

$411

Vintage Adjustable Desk/Side Table Lamp by Massive, 1970s

By Massive Lighting

Located in Verviers, BE

Classic compact design, this adjustable spotlight desk lamp was produced by Massive in the 1970s. Complete restoration Manufacturer: Massive, Kontich and Wommelgem, Belgium. In full...

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Single Wall Light by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s, Italy

$1,882

Single Wall Light by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s, Italy

By Martinelli Luce, Elio Martinelli

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Single Wall Light by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s, Italy Lamps are in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1960s 1970s serving trolley walnut teak Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz Design

$929

1960s 1970s serving trolley walnut teak Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz Design

By Wilhelm Renz

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

1960s 1970s serving trolley walnut teak Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz Design Object: Serving trolley Manufacturer: Wilhelm Renz Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: ...

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Vintage 1970s German Serving Tables

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury White Pendant Meblo Designed by Harvey Guzzini, 1970s

$635

Midcentury White Pendant Meblo Designed by Harvey Guzzini, 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1970s - Good original condition - Design: H. Guzzini - Marked by manufacturer.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

AVMazzega. Hollywood Regency style gilded flush mount, Italy, 1970s

$1,270Sale Price|20% Off

AVMazzega. Hollywood Regency style gilded flush mount, Italy, 1970s

By AVMazzega

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Large Italian flush mount made of murano glass by AV Mazzega, 1970s. This piece is composed of a semi-transparent Murano glass diffuser with an organic shape and of the "frozen" styl...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze, Steel, Chrome

Space Age 3-head Ceiling Lamp by Reggiani, 1970s, Italy

$2,035

Space Age 3-head Ceiling Lamp by Reggiani, 1970s, Italy

By Reggiani

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Space Age 3-head Ceiling Lamp by Reggiani, 1970s, Italy Lampshade is in very good vintage condition. This lamp works with 3x E27 light bulb Wired and suitable to use with 220V and...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Tavolino Pieghevole con Vassoio Ottone e Bambù Italia 1970s

$1,152

Tavolino Pieghevole con Vassoio Ottone e Bambù Italia 1970s

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Delizioso e particolare Vassoio in Bambù e Ottone con tavolino pieghevole in metallo cromato.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Seguso style. Hollywood Regency Murano glass table lamps, Italy, 1970s

$5,411 / set

Seguso style. Hollywood Regency Murano glass table lamps, Italy, 1970s

By Seguso, Metalarte, BD Lumica, Philippe Barbier

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Hollywood Regency large Murano glass table lamps in the style of Seguso and Venini, Italy, 1970s. Each piece is composed of a silver chrome metal structure with a central sphere and ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Steel

Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps Kamenicky Senov, 1970s

$469Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps Kamenicky Senov, 1970s

By Kamenicky Senov

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very nice style of lighting - Marked by label.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Space Age. Brutalist style table lamps by Estiluz, Spain, 1970s

$1,999 / set

Space Age. Brutalist style table lamps by Estiluz, Spain, 1970s

By Estiluz

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Brutalist and Space Age style table lamps by Estiluz, Spain, 1970s. Each piece is formed by a veined pine wood base varnished in a dark chocolate tone, and an opaline glass diffuser,...

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Florence Casey 3 Pivotal Heads Black Table Lamp , Italy

$800Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Florence Casey 3 Pivotal Heads Black Table Lamp , Italy

By Guzzini, Stilnovo, Lightolier, Florence Casey, Reggiani

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Rare Florence Casey 3 pivotal heads in high gloss black table lamp . Prime quality material , detail and finish . Well made solid construction . Pivot in all direction in a circul...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Table Lamp Designed by J. Hurka, 1970s

$434

Midcentury Table Lamp Designed by J. Hurka, 1970s

By Napako, Josef Hurka

Located in Praha, CZ

- Czechoslovakia - Design: Josef Hurka - Good original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of Three Rare Table Lamps Napako, 1970s

$1,281 / set

Set of Three Rare Table Lamps Napako, 1970s

By Napako

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - space age style - rare.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury Table Lamp Designed by J. Hurka, 1970s

$434

Midcentury Table Lamp Designed by J. Hurka, 1970s

By Napako, Josef Hurka

Located in Praha, CZ

- Czechoslovakia - Design: Josef Hurka - Good original condition - Original paper label.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Oscar Torlasco for Stilkronen Italian Rare Big Table Lamp, 1970s

$8,234

Oscar Torlasco for Stilkronen Italian Rare Big Table Lamp, 1970s

By Stilkronen, Oscar Torlasco

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Beautiful and very rare Space Age table lamp designed by Oscar Torlasco for Stikronen in the 70s. Made in Italy. The lamp is made of chromed metal with a tulip base and a diffuser d...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Max Ingrand style. Space Age sconces by Arte Linea, Italy, 1970s

$1,693Sale Price / set|20% Off

Max Ingrand style. Space Age sconces by Arte Linea, Italy, 1970s

By Max Ingrand, Antonio Lupi, Fontana Arte, VECA

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Space Age sconces by Arte Linea, Italy, 1970s. Each wall light is composed of an oval-shaped front of beveled glass with a translucent central part to prevent glare, and a smoked mir...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Cocoon resin. Large Brutalist pendant light by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1970s

$4,469

Cocoon resin. Large Brutalist pendant light by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1970s

By Tobia Scarpa, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Friedel Wauer, George Nelson, Goldkant Leuchten

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. Large Space Age and Brutalist style pendant lamp by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, Germany, 1970s. Composed of a large metal frame in the shap...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Opaline Glass & Wood, Italy, 1970s

$329Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Opaline Glass & Wood, Italy, 1970s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Table lamp Period: 1970s Country of Manufacturer: Italy Materials: wood, metal parts, opaline glass Colours: red, white, chrome Condition: very good original vintage c...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Guzzini Style Table Lamp Orange Acrylic & Opaline Glass – Italy 1970s

$1,505Sale Price|20% Off

Guzzini Style Table Lamp Orange Acrylic & Opaline Glass – Italy 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Lisboa, PT

Guzzini Style Table Lamp – 1970s – Orange Acrylic & Opaline Glass A vibrant expression of 1970s Italian lighting design, this Guzzini-style table lamp features a bold orange acrylic...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps Rockets AKA, Germany, 1970s

$586

Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps Rockets AKA, Germany, 1970s

By AKA Elektrik

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - rare type, rare in pair - marked by label - space age style

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Lighting Under $1,000

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Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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1970s Chrome Dining For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1970s chrome dining you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1970s chrome dining for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, chrome and glass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1970s chrome dining — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 1970s chrome dining, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Gaetano Sciolari, Milo Baughman and Mazzega Murano each produced at least one beautiful 1970s chrome dining that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1970s Chrome Dining?

A 1970s chrome dining can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,218, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $75,000.

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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.
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.
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.
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.