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 Plastic Table

Pokrok Zilina Lamp

Plastic Bar Cart

Italian Plastic Furniture

Poland Lamp

Orange Space Age Table Lamp

1970s Space Age Mirror

Kartell 1970s

1970s Metal Desk

Midcentury Table Lamp Vico Magistretti Black Plastic Italian Design 1970s

$474

H 28.75 in W 7.88 in D 20.48 in

Midcentury Table Lamp Vico Magistretti Black Plastic Italian Design 1970s

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Palermo, IT

Table lamp with 1 E27 light designed by Vico Magistretti and produced in Italy in the 70s. The lamp

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

Sleek Minimalist Coffee Table, Wood and Plastic, Italian Design, 1970s

$2,127

H 11.82 in W 45.28 in D 45.28 in

Sleek Minimalist Coffee Table, Wood and Plastic, Italian Design, 1970s

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

This coffee table exudes timeless elegance with a modern minimalist design. The sleek, cube-like

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Cool Dutch 1970's Space Age Vanity Dressing Table & Matching Wallmounted Mirror

$1,250 / set

H 51.19 in W 36.62 in D 12.6 in

Cool Dutch 1970's Space Age Vanity Dressing Table & Matching Wallmounted Mirror

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Fantastic 1970's Space Age Bedroom Vanity / Dressing Table The Vanity has an adjustable mirror

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Vanities

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-century Table Lamps, 1970's, Hungary

$453Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 9.85 in Dm 5.91 in

Pair of Mid-century Table Lamps, 1970's, Hungary

Located in Praha, CZ

Vintage set of two table lamps from the 1970's, made in Hungary. Made of plastic, glass and wood

Category

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

Materials

Plastic, Wood, Glass

Large Italian Glass, Silvered Plastic and Fiberglass Shade 1970s Table Lamp

$1,642

H 28.35 in Dm 17.13 in

Large Italian Glass, Silvered Plastic and Fiberglass Shade 1970s Table Lamp

By Carlo Nason, AVMazzega

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This large and elegant abat-jour was produced in Italy, circa 1970s. It is made from a Murano faded

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's

$189Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.49 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Germany - made of metal, plastic - re-polished - fully functional - good, original

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's

$226Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.82 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Hungary - made of plastic, metal - re-polished - fully functional - good, original

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Olivetti Desk 1970's

$4,400

H 29.93 in W 70.87 in D 34.65 in

Olivetti Desk 1970's

By Olivetti

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

This desk, created by the renowned Italian company Olivetti—famous for its iconic typewriters—offers both style and functionality in a single piece of furniture. Its generously sized...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Olivetti Desk 1970's

$4,400

H 29.93 in W 70.87 in D 34.65 in

Olivetti Desk 1970's

By Olivetti

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

A desk from Olivetti, the Italian company renowned for its typewriters. Its spacious worktop and drawers provide ample storage for documents and files, making it an excellent choice ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Black plastic coffee tables 4 Gatti by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1970s

$1,361Sale Price|20% Off

H 24 in W 46 in D 46 in

Italian Black plastic coffee tables 4 Gatti by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in MIlano, IT

Black plastic coffee tables 4 Gatti by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1970s Square 4 Gatti coffee tables in

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

Italian Space Age Plastic and Metal Round Coffee Table with Tie Dye Effect 1970s

$10,636

H 11.42 in Dm 31.5 in

Italian Space Age Plastic and Metal Round Coffee Table with Tie Dye Effect 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian space age Plastic and metal round coffee table with tie dye effect, 1970s. Coffee table

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Space Age Plastic Vanity Mirror by Olaf Von Bohr for Gedy, 1970s

$320

H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in

Italian Space Age Plastic Vanity Mirror by Olaf Von Bohr for Gedy, 1970s

By Olaf von Bohr

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

plastic design of the period. During the late 1960s and 1970s, companies such as Gedy were at the

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Mirrors

Materials

Plastic

1960s 1970s Serving Cart Dinette Space Age in Metal Plastic

$294

H 27.37 in W 26.19 in D 16.34 in

1960s 1970s Serving Cart Dinette Space Age in Metal Plastic

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

1960s/70s Serving Cart/Dinette Side Table, Space Age Style, Metal/Plastic Item: Serving Cart

Category

Vintage 1960s German Serving Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Modern Aluminum and Trasparent Plastic Sphere Table or Floor Lamp, 1970s

$1,211

H 19.69 in Dm 20.08 in

Italian Modern Aluminum and Trasparent Plastic Sphere Table or Floor Lamp, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern aluminum, trasparent plastic and steel sphere table or floor lamp, 1970s. Table lamp

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Italian Space Age Plastic Bar Trolley, Orange, 1970s, 47cm

$732

H 20.87 in Dm 18.51 in

Vintage Italian Space Age Plastic Bar Trolley, Orange, 1970s, 47cm

Located in Vienna, AT

Striking vintage plastic bar cart from the 1970s, a true testament to Italys iconic design era

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century German Table Lamp, 1970's

$274Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.42 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Mid-Century German Table Lamp, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Germany - Made of plastic - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's

$264Sale Price|20% Off

H 19.69 in W 13 in D 7.49 in

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Metal,Plastic With aged patina 1xE27 or E26 bulb Good original

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Plastic Scagno Coffee Tables by Stoppino Elco Scorze, 1970s

$2,954 / set

H 13.19 in W 20.48 in D 15.75 in

Italian Mid-Century Plastic Scagno Coffee Tables by Stoppino Elco Scorze, 1970s

By Giotto Stoppino, Elco

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century plastic Scagno coffee tables by Stoppino for Elco Scorze, 1970s Set of 4

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

1970s Two Coffee Tables Black Thermoformed Plastic Studio DA for Sormani Italy

$2,954 / set

H 7.88 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

1970s Two Coffee Tables Black Thermoformed Plastic Studio DA for Sormani Italy

By Studio DA, Sormani

Located in Arosio, IT

manufacturing system applied to home design. These two sculptural, light coffee tables in black plastic are

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

Osram - Minispot Model41701 - stainless steel, plastic 1970s Germany

$567

H 5.91 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in

Osram - Minispot Model41701 - stainless steel, plastic 1970s Germany

Located in Den Haag, NL

Osram design lamp consisting of a plastic base with a metal ball with halogen lamp. This ball can

Category

Vintage 1970s German Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Space Age Vintage Red Orange Plastic Bar Cart, 1970s, Germany

$1,867

H 20.75 in Dm 18.51 in

Space Age Vintage Red Orange Plastic Bar Cart, 1970s, Germany

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage red orange plastic bar cart or serving table or side table 1970s Germany. A

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

1970’s Desk / Table Lamp. Designed by Egon Hillebrandt for ALDA, Sweden

$140Sale Price|28% Off

H 17.72 in Dm 5.91 in

1970’s Desk / Table Lamp. Designed by Egon Hillebrandt for ALDA, Sweden

Located in Bern, CH

1970’s ‘Alda’ Desk / Table Lamp. Designed by Egon Hillebrandt. Adjustable with tilting and turning

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970's Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Black Lacquered Table / Desk Lamp

$900Sale Price|25% Off

H 22 in Dm 14 in

1970's Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Black Lacquered Table / Desk Lamp

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in New York, NY

USA c, 1970's.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Space Age Table Lamp, Nickel and Plastic, by Gaetano Sciolari for Valenti, 1970s

$1,701Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 13.98 in

Space Age Table Lamp, Nickel and Plastic, by Gaetano Sciolari for Valenti, 1970s

By Valenti, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Beirut, LB

Illuminate your space with this captivating Space Age table lamp, a true design icon from the 1970s

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp / Polam, 1970's

$368Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.36 in W 10.24 in D 8.67 in

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp / Polam, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of plastic 2xE27 or E26 bulb Re-polished US adapter included Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

1970's Adjustable Table Lamp by Sanyo, Japan

$302Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.75 in W 5.52 in D 9.85 in

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

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Table Clock, Russia, 1970's.

$332Sale Price|20% Off

H 6.7 in W 11.42 in D 3.15 in

Vintage Table Clock, Russia, 1970's.

Located in Praha, CZ

Rectangular table clock with Roman numerals and decorative patterns Made of brass, plastic, metal

Category

Vintage 1970s Russian Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Table or Wall Lamp, 1970's

$245Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Mid-Century Table or Wall Lamp, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Glass,Plastic New Cabling 1x E27 or E26 socket Re-polished

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Adjustable Mid-Century Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970's

$274Sale Price|20% Off

H 19.69 in W 7.09 in D 14.18 in

Adjustable Mid-Century Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Lacquered metal, Chrome, Plastic Adjustable shade 1x60W,E27 or

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Italian modern black plastic storage trolley Boby Joe Colombo Bieffeplast, 1970s

$768

H 28.94 in W 26.78 in D 16.54 in

Italian modern black plastic storage trolley Boby Joe Colombo Bieffeplast, 1970s

By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern black plastic storage trolley Boby Joe Colombo Bieffeplast, 1970s Storage cart mod

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Anders Pehrson Tube Desk Task Table Lamp, Sweden, 1970's

$500

H 15.5 in W 31.5 in D 6.5 in

Mid Century Modern Anders Pehrson Tube Desk Task Table Lamp, Sweden, 1970's

By Anders Pherson

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Lyktan circa 1970's. This highly functional linear table lamp features a sleek tubular shade that

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Midcentury Brown Plastic Round Italian Bar Cart with Two Shelves, 1970s

$555

H 20.67 in Dm 18.51 in

Midcentury Brown Plastic Round Italian Bar Cart with Two Shelves, 1970s

By Giotto Stoppino

Located in Roma, IT

during the 1970s. The item is in excellent vintage condition and has two round plastic shelves, a

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

1970s Space Age Bar Cart by Anna Castelli Ferrieri, White Plastic

$1,122

H 27.56 in W 14.97 in D 14.77 in

1970s Space Age Bar Cart by Anna Castelli Ferrieri, White Plastic

By Anna Castelli Ferrieri

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage ivory white plastic bar cart / trolley or chest designed by Anna Castelli

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

1970’s Modern Square End Side Table by James David Chrome Tube Frame Glass Top

$1,195

H 19.5 in W 22.75 in D 22.75 in

1970’s Modern Square End Side Table by James David Chrome Tube Frame Glass Top

By James David Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Classic 1970’s Modern square end or side table by James Davis Furniture composed of a cylindrical

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Willy Rizzo Table Lamp For Lumica, 1970's

$3,427

H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

Mid-Century Willy Rizzo Table Lamp For Lumica, 1970's

By Willy Rizzo, BD Lumica

Located in Vilnius, LT

Vintage Italian Space Age Willy Rizzo design Lumica table lamp in brass and chrome with white color

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pop Art Orange Plastic Polyester Ufo Design Lovely Table Lamp, 1970s, Italy

$1,300

H 9.45 in Dm 15.75 in

Pop Art Orange Plastic Polyester Ufo Design Lovely Table Lamp, 1970s, Italy

By Arteluce

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Pop art orange plastic polyester UFO design lovely table lamp, 1970s, Italy Lampshade is in very

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Philips HP 3202 Sunlamp, 1970's

$260Sale Price|20% Off

H 10.24 in W 7.68 in D 6.7 in

Vintage Philips HP 3202 Sunlamp, 1970's

By Philips

Located in Lisboa, PT

and produced by Philips, in the Netherlands, during the 1970's. For those long wintery days, the

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970’s Italian Murano Glass Lamp by Carlo Nason

$3,850

H 25 in W 16 in D 16 in

1970’s Italian Murano Glass Lamp by Carlo Nason

By Carlo Nason, Mazzega

Located in Chicago, IL

1970’s Italian Murano glass table lamp designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzega

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Adjustable Table or Wall Lamp/Polam, 1970's

$189Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 9.06 in

Mid-Century Adjustable Table or Wall Lamp/Polam, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of metal, plastic 1xE27 or E26 bulb Re-polished US adapter included Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Orange Space Age Patio Table Model "Diablo" by Kovinoplastika, Yugoslavia 1970s

$1,500

H 25.6 in Dm 23.63 in

Orange Space Age Patio Table Model "Diablo" by Kovinoplastika, Yugoslavia 1970s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a Space Age Plastic garden table manufactured by Kovinoplastika. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Serbian Space Age Tables

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp in Metal and Plastic, Slovenia, 1970s

$201Sale Price|40% Off

H 15.75 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp in Metal and Plastic, Slovenia, 1970s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Desk Lamp/Table Lamp, 1970s Period: 1970s Style: midcentury modern design Colour: white, black

Category

Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Space age Table Lamp Rocket by Pokrok Zilina, 1970´s

$283Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.67 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Space age Table Lamp Rocket by Pokrok Zilina, 1970´s

By Pokrok Žílina

Located in Praha, CZ

- Czechoslovakia - Maker: Pokrok Žilina - Good, original condition - labeled jr.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Wood

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

$709Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.93 in W 22.45 in D 16.54 in

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

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Space age Table Lamp Rocket by Pokrok Zilina, 1970´s

$320Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.67 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Space age Table Lamp Rocket by Pokrok Zilina, 1970´s

By Pokrok Žílina

Located in Praha, CZ

- Czechoslovakia - Maker: Pokrok Žilina - Good, original condition - labeled jr.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Vintage vanity dresser by Studio Kastilia Silvi with blue seat, Italy, 1970's

$3,500

H 27.56 in Dm 20.08 in

Vintage vanity dresser by Studio Kastilia Silvi with blue seat, Italy, 1970's

By Studio Kastilia 1

Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL

Fantastic Mid-Century transformable vanity table in a charming ivory-cream color with its original

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Vanities

Materials

Fabric, Mirror, Plastic

1970s Italian Table Lamp

$397Sale Price|20% Off

H 14.57 in Dm 16.15 in

1970s Italian Table Lamp

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made of Plastic and Chrome plated iron sheet - Chrome plated parts with signs of use - newly

Category

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

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Set of Two Mid-Century Table Lamps / Pokrok Žilina, 1970's

$557Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 6.7 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Set of Two Mid-Century Table Lamps / Pokrok Žilina, 1970's

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - made of plastic, wood - re-polished - fully functional - good

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Plastic

1970s Modernist Clear Lucite and Brown Plastic Italian Desk Lamp

$850

H 20.48 in Dm 15.36 in

1970s Modernist Clear Lucite and Brown Plastic Italian Desk Lamp

By Fase

Located in Aci Castello, IT

1970s, characterized by its use of new materials like Lucite and plastic, its focus on functionality

Category

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

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass

Giancarlo Piretti Platone Folding Table in Steel and Black Polyurethane 1970s

$2,006

H 27.37 in W 32.09 in D 25.4 in

Giancarlo Piretti Platone Folding Table in Steel and Black Polyurethane 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Cascina, Pisa

Platone folding table or desk with structure in chromed steel and die-cast aluminum, table top in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Black-White Glass and Plastic Pair of Bedside Lamps by ERCO, 1970s, Germany

$709 / set

H 5.52 in Dm 4.34 in

Black-White Glass and Plastic Pair of Bedside Lamps by ERCO, 1970s, Germany

By ERCO Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Cylinder Design Retro Black-White Glass and Plastic Pair of Bedside Lamps by Erco Leuchten, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Glass

1970s Modernist Mirrored Vanity Table

$3,191

H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

1970s Modernist Mirrored Vanity Table

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Italian dressing table from the 1970s, designed by Carlo Urbinati, known for his modernist

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Vanities

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Brown Plastic Dining Room Set Markus Farner Walter Grunder 1970s

$11,700 / set

H 27.37 in Dm 48.04 in

Space Age Brown Plastic Dining Room Set Markus Farner Walter Grunder 1970s

By Markus Farner & Walter Grunder

Located in Vienna, AT

table shows a brown plastic covered metal base with a white formica top while the brown plastic dining

Category

Vintage 1970s Space Age Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Smoked Plexiglass Cube Side Table in Amber Tone, France 1970s

$543

H 12.01 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

Smoked Plexiglass Cube Side Table in Amber Tone, France 1970s

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

This smoked plexiglass cube side table was produced in France during the 1970s and reflects the

Category

Vintage 1970s French Space Age Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Italian Midcentury Brass and Glass Side Table, 1970s

$320

H 18.75 in W 20.75 in D 20.75 in

Italian Midcentury Brass and Glass Side Table, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Offered is an absolutely beautiful, 1970s Italian brass and amber glass side table. Minor patina

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

1970's Italian Fratelli Guzzini Style White Bar Cart

$319Sale Price|20% Off

H 30.5 in W 24.25 in D 16.75 in

1970's Italian Fratelli Guzzini Style White Bar Cart

By Fratelli Guzzini

Located in San Carlos, CA

Elevate Your Space: Fratelli Guzzini Italian White Plastic Bar Cart Are you searching for that

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Space Age Spherical Glass Globe Table Lamp with Ribbed Base, 1970's

$664Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.59 in Dm 11.82 in

Vintage Space Age Spherical Glass Globe Table Lamp with Ribbed Base, 1970's

Located in Beirut, LB

This striking vintage "Space Age" table lamp captures the optimistic futurism of 1970s design. The

Category

Late 20th Century French Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Vintage Space Age Table Lamp, 1970s

$821

H 22.44 in W 12.99 in

Vintage Space Age Table Lamp, 1970s

Located in Hamburg, DE

, Plastic Color: Black Period: 1970s Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned Diamension: 12.99ʺW × 22.44ʺL

Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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