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.

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.

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.

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

Set of Two Midcentury Table Lamps, Space Age, Adriano Rampoldi, Italy, 1970s

$744 / set

Set of Two Midcentury Table Lamps, Space Age, Adriano Rampoldi, Italy, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - two lighting intensities.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Italian space age white plastic tableware cups saucers Angelo Mangiarotti 1970s

$458 / set

Italian space age white plastic tableware cups saucers Angelo Mangiarotti 1970s

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian space age white plastic tableware cups and saucers by Angelo Mangiarotti, 1970s White plastic table service, composed by six round-based cups and seventeen round-based saucers.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Dinner Plates

Materials

Plastic

Set of Two Midcentury Table Lamps, Space Age, Adriano Rampoldi, Italy, 1970s

$744 / set

Set of Two Midcentury Table Lamps, Space Age, Adriano Rampoldi, Italy, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - two intensity - one of the pair never used - different shade - rare in pair - marked by label Europhon

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Hexagonal Table Lamp as a Diamond Height Variable Blue Color and 1970s Silver

$1,100Sale Price|20% Off

Hexagonal Table Lamp as a Diamond Height Variable Blue Color and 1970s Silver

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Hexagonal table lamp as a diamond height variable blue color and 1970s silver. Variable height and directional in any side.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Vintage Oriental Trays, Japan, 1970s

$201Sale Price / set|37% Off

Pair of Vintage Oriental Trays, Japan, 1970s

Located in Palermo, IT

Pair of vintage oriental trays, Japan, 1970s Found in a noble apartment, they are intact and in good condition. Small signs of aging. The largest measures 42.5 cm x 26.5 cm x 3.5 cm;...

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Tray Tables

Materials

Plastic

Artemide “Tizio” Adjustable Desk Lamp by Richard Sapper, Italy, 1970s

$802

Artemide “Tizio” Adjustable Desk Lamp by Richard Sapper, Italy, 1970s

Located in Hannover, DE

An iconic masterpiece of modern design: the legendary Tizio desk lamp by Artemide, designed by Richard Sapper in 1972. This revolutionary lighting object is widely regarded as one of...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Martinelli Luce Mod. 732 desk lamp with Clamp – Italy, 1970s

$1,650

Martinelli Luce Mod. 732 desk lamp with Clamp – Italy, 1970s

By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce

Located in Dronten, NL

An iconic example of Italian modernist lighting, the Model 732 by Martinelli Luce embodies the brand’s commitment to functional innovation and sculptural clarity. Designed for maximu...

Category

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

Materials

Steel

1970s Pair of Nightstands Lamps by Pokrok Zilina, Czechoslovakia

$435 / set

1970s Pair of Nightstands Lamps by Pokrok Zilina, Czechoslovakia

By Pokrok Žílina

Located in Praha, CZ

- cleaned and rewired - US wiring compatible - Good original condition with minor signs of use - Plastic light shades

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Midcentury Space Age Table Lamps "rockets" by Pokrok Zilina, 1970s

$640Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Midcentury Space Age Table Lamps "rockets" by Pokrok Zilina, 1970s

By Pokrok Žílina

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1960s - Czechoslovakia - good original condition - marked by manufacturer jt.

Category

Vintage 1970s Slovak Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Large Black Adjustable Iconic Table Lamp Hebi, Isao Hosoe, Valenti Luce, 1970s

$434

Large Black Adjustable Iconic Table Lamp Hebi, Isao Hosoe, Valenti Luce, 1970s

By Isao Hosoe, Valenti Luce

Located in Praha, CZ

- Iconic model - Nice style of lighting - Largest size.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lampada da tavolo di Theodor Neumaier per Lamperti, 1970s.

$3,457

Lampada da tavolo di Theodor Neumaier per Lamperti, 1970s.

By Lamperti

Located in Baranzate, IT

Rara lampada da tavolo in metacrilato e plexiglas. Progettata e prodotta in Italia, Conserva la firma del designer. Produzione Lamperti anni 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Aggregato Spotlight by Enzo Mari & Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide, 1970s

$1,173

Aggregato Spotlight by Enzo Mari & Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide, 1970s

By Artemide

Located in Hamburg, DE

Aggregato Spotlight by Enzo Mari & Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide, 1970s - Artemide wall lamp from the Aggregato series - Designed by Enzo Mari and Giancarlo Fassina from the 70s - ...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

"Griglia" Pendant Lamp by Adalberto Dal Lago for Esperia, Italy, 1970s

$1,020

"Griglia" Pendant Lamp by Adalberto Dal Lago for Esperia, Italy, 1970s

By Adalberto Dal Lago, Esperia

Located in Milan, IT

"Giglia" (Grid) pendant lamp by Adalberto Dal Lago for Esperia. A pure half-spherical shade is underlined by the thin chromed grid. Also currently available two "Griglia" table lamps.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian lamp Boalum by Livio Castiglioni Gianfranco Frattini for Artemide, 1970s

$6,880

Italian lamp Boalum by Livio Castiglioni Gianfranco Frattini for Artemide, 1970s

By Livio Castiglioni, Artemide, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian lamp Boalum by Livio Castiglioni Gianfranco Frattini for Artemide, 1970s Floor, table or pendant lamp mod. Boalum in translucent flexible PVC with resin terminals.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Italian modern black cart Boby by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, 1970s

$401

Italian modern black cart Boby by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, 1970s

By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern black cart Boby by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, 1970s Boby storage cart with square base, made of black ABS plastic. The front of the trolley features two open compart...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Table or Floor Lamp Kuala Meblo, Designed by Franco Bresciani, 1970s

$916

Mid Century Table or Floor Lamp Kuala Meblo, Designed by Franco Bresciani, 1970s

By Meblo, Franco Bresciani

Located in Praha, CZ

- very nice style of lighting - marked by label - rare type - table od floor.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome IT Task Lamp from Louis Poulsen, 1970s

$1,407

Mid-Century Chrome IT Task Lamp from Louis Poulsen, 1970s

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Flexible desk light from Poulsen according to a draft from 1972. Here in the very rare version in chrome. The IT Desk Lamp is based on the designs and principles of Poul Henningsen....

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set Of Two 1970s Modern Easels for Gaetano Table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta

$1,605 / set

Set Of Two 1970s Modern Easels for Gaetano Table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta

By Gae Aulenti, Zanotta

Located in Catania, Sicilia

This sophisticated set of two vintage easels represents a quintessential collaboration between the visionary Italian architect Gae Aulenti and the renowned manufacturer Zanotta durin...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage German Foldable Service Cart with 3 Trays, 1970s

$2,345

Vintage German Foldable Service Cart with 3 Trays, 1970s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Dinett serving car in a rare version with three levels. a particularly functional furniture. Perfect for the home bar or as a side table. The car is foldable and is particularly eas...

Category

20th Century German Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Klaus Hempel V3925/01 Red Desk Lamp for Hustadt Leuchten, Germany 1970s

$527

Klaus Hempel V3925/01 Red Desk Lamp for Hustadt Leuchten, Germany 1970s

By Klaus Hempel

Located in Debrecen, HU

A striking red vintage desk lamp designed by Klaus Hempel for the German manufacturer Hustadt Leuchten. This is model V3925/01, a distinctive example of 1970s German Space Age and Po...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Danish Space Age Lillebror Clamp Lamp by Bent Gantzel-Boysen for Poulsen, 1970s

$554

Danish Space Age Lillebror Clamp Lamp by Bent Gantzel-Boysen for Poulsen, 1970s

By Bent Gantzel-Boysen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Clamp spotlight from the Danish manufacturer Louis Poulsen. A functional design classic. The small version of the Unispot. The plastic spotlight impresses with its simple, cubic sha...

Category

20th Century Danish Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Original Glass Mushroom Desk Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s

$745

Original Glass Mushroom Desk Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Mushroom desk lamp Producer: Peill & Putzler, Germany Age: 1970s Description: Original desktop light made in the 1970s by Peil & Putzler in Germany. t...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Heico leuchten stone lamp , 1970s

$401

Heico leuchten stone lamp , 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

Heico leuchten stone lamp , 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

1970s Desk Lamp Brown & Brass Abstract Mesh Layers, by Fase, Spain.

$493

1970s Desk Lamp Brown & Brass Abstract Mesh Layers, by Fase, Spain.

By Fase

Located in Andernach, DE

Mid-Century desk lamp – made in Spain, attributed to Fase. A genuine funky 1970s lamp, in original, beautiful condition. Made from dark brown plastic with a 'rugged' mesh finish & b...

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Italian Bar, Coffe And Storage Drinks Trolley From 1970s

$917

Italian Bar, Coffe And Storage Drinks Trolley From 1970s

Located in Hannover, DE

This is an incredibly and practical mobile bar, coffee table and storage trolley which is flexiblen and light in weight of about 5.7kgs. Its wheels are working perfectly which make...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Futurist Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic, Foam, Paint

Rare Midcentury Desk or Table Clock, Space Age, Italy, 1970s

$458

Rare Midcentury Desk or Table Clock, Space Age, Italy, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- rare type - space age

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

Midcentury Oval Italian Bar Cart in Chrome and Brown ABS, 1970s

$973

Midcentury Oval Italian Bar Cart in Chrome and Brown ABS, 1970s

By Guzzini

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful Mid-Century oval bar cart in deep brown ABS plastic and chromed metal. This delightful and rare piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Cremewhite Boby Trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, Italy, 1970s

$504

Cremewhite Boby Trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, Italy, 1970s

By Bieffeplast, Joe Colombo

Located in Vienna, AT

Designed in 1969, Joe Colombo’s iconic "Boby 3" portable storage system was produced by Italian manufacturer Bieffeplast and makes savy use of space with its swivel design. It is mad...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

1970s Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast Boby B33 Rolling Storage Cart Office Organizer

$1,000

1970s Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast Boby B33 Rolling Storage Cart Office Organizer

By Bieffeplast, Joe Colombo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Original Boby B33 Trolley Office Organizer, designed by Joe Colombo in 1969. This iteration was produced by Bieffeplast in Italy during the 1970s. The body of the cart con...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Original Glass Mushroom zebrano Desk Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s

$745

Original Glass Mushroom zebrano Desk Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Mushroom desk lamp Producer: Peill & Putzler, Germany Age: 1970s Description: Original desktop light made in the 1970s by Peil & Putzler in Germany. the shade in mad...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Red “Tube” Desk lamp designed by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1970s

$745

Red “Tube” Desk lamp designed by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1970s

By Ateljé Lyktan

Located in PUTTEN, NL

Red “Tube” desk lamp, designed by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan (Sweden) in 1973. A popular classic from the seventies. Pehrson proved with this lamp that a fluorescent tube in a ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Midcentury Coffee Tables Peter Ghyczy and Ernst Moeckl Germany, 1970s

$686 / set

Set of Two Midcentury Coffee Tables Peter Ghyczy and Ernst Moeckl Germany, 1970s

By Horn, Peter Ghyczy, Ernst Moeckl

Located in Praha, CZ

- Nesting style - Very practical - Rare in set - Space age era.

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Lucite Lamps Sirio by Brazzoni Lampa for Harvey Guzzini. Italy, 1970s

$2,469 / set

Pair of Lucite Lamps Sirio by Brazzoni Lampa for Harvey Guzzini. Italy, 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Mid-Century Modern Space Age pair of lucite plastic methacrylate table or bedside lamps, model Sirio by the italian designer Brazzoni and Lampa for the editor Harvey Guzzini. Famous ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970s Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Modular 'Dilly Dally' Vanity and Chair

$15,000 / set

1970s Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Modular 'Dilly Dally' Vanity and Chair

By Luigi Massoni

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a ‚ÄòDilly Dally‚Äô Vanity and coordinating Chair, designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1968. This example was produced in Italy in the 1970s. The set features a va...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Vanities

Materials

Leather, Wood, Glass, Plastic, Acrylic

Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot Pair of Nightstands "Ghost," Italy 1970s

$3,325 / set

Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot Pair of Nightstands "Ghost," Italy 1970s

By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo

Located in Naples, IT

Rare pair of cylindrically shaped bedside tables/tables in black laminated lacquered wood and chromed metal, designed by Willy Rizzo for the firm Mario Sabot in the 1970s. They have ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic, Wood

1970s Floor "Rocket" Lamp, Czechoslovakia

$550

1970s Floor "Rocket" Lamp, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- made of iron wire frame and plastic strips.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage 1970s Orange Folding Bar Cart - A Retro Chic Statement Piece

$418Sale Price|50% Off

Vintage 1970s Orange Folding Bar Cart - A Retro Chic Statement Piece

Located in Manzano, IT

Vintage 1970s Orange Folding Bar Cart - A Retro Chic Statement Piece Add a pop of vibrant retro style to your home with this eye-catching folding bar cart from the 1970s. This piece...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Italian modern brown storage trolley Boby by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, 1970s

$561

Italian modern brown storage trolley Boby by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, 1970s

By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern brown storage trolley Boby by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, 1970s Storage trolley model Boby in brown ABS, featuring a compact vertical structure with a rectangular bas...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Artists Trolley by Giovanni Pelis for Stile Neolt, 1970s

$487

Mid-Century Artists Trolley by Giovanni Pelis for Stile Neolt, 1970s

By Stile Neolt, Giovanni Pelis

Located in Hilversum, NL

This vintage art station, crafted in Italy during the 1970s, is a standout piece designed by Giovanni Pelis for Stile Neolt. Made from durable plastic and fiberglass, this trolley fe...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Tray Tables

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

1970s Big Floor "Rocket" Lamp, Czechoslovakia

$768

1970s Big Floor "Rocket" Lamp, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- made of iron wire frame and plastic strips. - Cleaned - The metal part shows signs of use

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Tapira Desk Lamp by Gianemilio, Piero and Anna Monti for Fontana Arte, 1970s

$1,238

Tapira Desk Lamp by Gianemilio, Piero and Anna Monti for Fontana Arte, 1970s

By Fontana Arte, G.P.A. Monti

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Tapira desk lamp designed by Gianemilio, Piero and Anna Monti (G.P.A. Monti) and produced by Fontana Arte, during the 1970s. The lamp is made of plastic and contains an opaline glas...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Glass

1970s Ritz Italora Original Table Clock by Joe Colombo Optic Art

$1,605

1970s Ritz Italora Original Table Clock by Joe Colombo Optic Art

By Joe Colombo

Located in Biella, IT

Ritz Italora rare original table clock first edit by Joe Colombo design years 1970 optic art. Materialis plastic and metal particular and mecanism. Original very good conditi...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Plastic

Original Glass Mushroom zebrano Desk Light by Peill & Putzler Germany 1970s no2

$745

Original Glass Mushroom zebrano Desk Light by Peill & Putzler Germany 1970s no2

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Mushroom desk lamp Producer: Peill & Putzler, Germany Age: 1970s Description: Original desktop light made in the 1970s by Peil & Putzler in Germany. the shade in mad...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1970s Cosmo Time Folding Portable Hi Intensity Desk Lamp & Digital Alarm Clock

$220Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Cosmo Time Folding Portable Hi Intensity Desk Lamp & Digital Alarm Clock

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Desk lamp Cosmo time modern folding intensity lamp with digital alarm clock Vintage 1970s Model 5500 A Maker stamp present Measures: 12 tall x 5.5 deep x 4.5 closed 5 tall Light...

Category

Vintage 1970s Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s

$2,290

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Blue "Platone" Folding Desk by Castelli, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

The blue top is a perfect match with the bold design of this little table, with the metal structure sustaining the table on one side.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

1970s Red Manon Lamp by Yamada Shomei

$325

1970s Red Manon Lamp by Yamada Shomei

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A perfectly Space Age foldable desk lamp that brings playful Japanese ingenuity to mid-century modern and postmodern design loves. Designed by Yamada Shomei in the 1970s, this iconic...

Category

Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Targetti Sankey Table Lamp in Chrome

$495

Targetti Sankey Table Lamp in Chrome

By Targetti Sankey

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Targetti Sankey, clamp table lamp, chrome-plated steel, lacquered steel, plastic, Italy, 1970s A minimalist table lamp composed of a cylindrical shape of which the angle can be adju...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Steel

1970s desk by Luigi Colani, Flötotto

$1,754

1970s desk by Luigi Colani, Flötotto

By Luigi Colani, Elmar Flötotto

Located in Neuss, NW

Space age desk from the 1970s by Luigi Colani for Flötotto. Corpus and height-adjustable plastic frame with a hinged writing surface with wood effect and the original Flötotto lamp. ...

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

Italian modern cart T6 transparent glass tops Luigi Caccia Domini Azucena, 1970s

$917

Italian modern cart T6 transparent glass tops Luigi Caccia Domini Azucena, 1970s

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in MIlano, IT

It can also be used as a coffee table. Produced by Azucena in 1970s and designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Round Bar Cart in brass plated metal, Germany 1970s

$1,376

Mid Century Modern Round Bar Cart in brass plated metal, Germany 1970s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a refined Mid-Century Modern bar cart distinguished by its elegant circular form and highly functional design. The structure is crafted in polished bras...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Erich Buch Attributed Teak Rolling Cart with Drawers by Dyrlund, Danish 1970s

$1,150

Erich Buch Attributed Teak Rolling Cart with Drawers by Dyrlund, Danish 1970s

By Dyrlund

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handsome, Danish Mid-Century, rolling teak cart with 2 drawers. Attributed to designer Erich Buch who had a prolific output in his time with the table's manufacturer Dyrlund-Smith S/...

Category

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

Materials

Plastic, Teak

Makio Hasuike per Gedy Set da Toletta Portatile Space Age, Italia 1970s

$344

Makio Hasuike per Gedy Set da Toletta Portatile Space Age, Italia 1970s

Located in Naples, IT

Distintivo e raro set di vanità in plastica dell'era spaziale disegnato da Makio Hasuike per Gedy. This portable vanity set has four compartments and a rectangular mirror . La forma ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Plastic

Pair of Delta Lamps by Mario Bertorelle, 1970s

$2,064 / item

Pair of Delta Lamps by Mario Bertorelle, 1970s

By Mario Bertorelle

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Pair of Delta lamps by Mario Bertorelle for Massangazo designated and produced in Italy around 1970. This pair of lamps with their unique shape will bring a real design touch to your...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Parigi and Prina for Molteni Orix desk with integrated lamp , red c.1970s

$5,670

Parigi and Prina for Molteni Orix desk with integrated lamp , red c.1970s

By Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina

Located in London, GB

Parigi and Prina for Molteni, ‘Orix’ Desk, Red, c.1970s A sculptural and innovative ‘Orix’ desk designed by Italian architects Paolo Parigi and Renato Prina for Molteni, circa 1970s....

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

Materials

Steel

1970s table clock and alarm clock COMFORTIME 3 by Krups in very good condition

$424

1970s table clock and alarm clock COMFORTIME 3 by Krups in very good condition

By Krups

Located in München, DE

Original 1970s Krups table clock and alarm clock in very good condition. Krups Type 672. Made in Germany. The 1970s Pop Art classic in typical orange. Clock and alarm functions are w...

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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Plastic

1970s Mid-Century Modern Gilt Metal Italian Adjustable Desk Lamp

$802

1970s Mid-Century Modern Gilt Metal Italian Adjustable Desk Lamp

By Reggiani

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A gilt metal and plastic desk lamp designed and manufactured in Italy in the seventies in very good conditions overall. It's in working order. The desk lamp is a sleek and functional...

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

Materials

Metal

XL Dora rock lamp by André Cazenave for Singleton, 1970s

$2,580

XL Dora rock lamp by André Cazenave for Singleton, 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

XL Dora rock lamp by André Cazenave for Singleton, 1970s

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Space Age Guzzini Orange Medusa By Luigi Massoni 1970s

$1,970

Space Age Guzzini Orange Medusa By Luigi Massoni 1970s

By Luigi Massoni

Located in Čelinac, BA

Space Age Guzzini Medusa Table Lamp By Luigi Massoni 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

'Isotta' Lamp by E. Gentile for Sormani, Italy, 1970s

$2,450

'Isotta' Lamp by E. Gentile for Sormani, Italy, 1970s

By Sormani

Located in Antwerp, BE

Italian Design; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern; Italy; Sormani; E. Gentile; Simplicity; Minimalism; Modernist; Isotta table lamp by E.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass, Plastic

Ernest Igl Jet Corner Desk for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s

$12,024

Ernest Igl Jet Corner Desk for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s

By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Rare Space Age corner desk model “Jet” by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl designed and produced in Germany, 1969. A futuristic and versatile design, with a clever movable construction...

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Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

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1970s Plastic Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1970s plastic table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of plastic, metal and glass, every 1970s plastic table was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1970s plastic table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1970s plastic table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1970s plastic table over the years, but those crafted by Harvey Guzzini, Kartell and Artemide are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1970s Plastic Table?

A 1970s plastic table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,200, while the lowest priced sells for $100 and the highest can go for as much as $74,599.

Materials: Plastic Furniture

Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.

From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.

When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.

Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.

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Questions About 1970s Plastic Table

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.
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.
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.
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.