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

Pair of Delta Lamps by Mario Bertorelle, 1970s

$2,057 / 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

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

$422

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...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Plastic

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

$799

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...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

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

$2,571

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

Located in Delft, NL

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

Category

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

Category

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.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass, Plastic

Ernest Igl Jet Corner Desk for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s

$11,999

Ernest Igl Jet Corner Desk for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s

By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl

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...

Category

Vintage 1960s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

Guzzini Meblo Tble Lamp By Emilio Fabio Simon 1970s

$890

Guzzini Meblo Tble Lamp By Emilio Fabio Simon 1970s

By Guzzini

Located in Čelinac, BA

Guzzini Meblo Table Lamp By Emilio Fabio Simon 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Planter / Pot fiberglass lamp, Luci Milano Italy, 1970s

$857

Planter / Pot fiberglass lamp, Luci Milano Italy, 1970s

By Luci Milano

Located in Firenze, IT

Planter / Pot fiberglass lamp Lights Milan Italy, 1970s Green white abs, fiberglass base. Label on the base "LUCI illuminazione Di interni-Milano-Made in Italy" H 31.5 cm x 36.5 ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

Giancarlo Piretti White Platone Folding Desk for Castelli, Italy, 1970s

$1,085

Giancarlo Piretti White Platone Folding Desk for Castelli, Italy, 1970s

By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Cork, IE

Compact, ingenious, and unmistakably Italian, this Platone folding desk is a celebrated expression of functional Italian minimalism! Piretti’s patented three-disc hinge allows the ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Cuboluce Cube lamp by Franco Bettonica, Mario Melocchi for Cini & Nils - 1970s

$474

Cuboluce Cube lamp by Franco Bettonica, Mario Melocchi for Cini & Nils - 1970s

By Cini & Nils, Mario Melocchi and Franco Bettonica

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Minimalist - Modern - table lamp Measures : 10x10cm H:11cm Material : technopolymer (Plastic) Cini & Nils Cuboluce Classic table lamp made of technopolymer, shaped like a simple cu...

Category

20th Century Italian Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Rare Silfio lamp by Nucleo Sormani design Roberto Lera, 1970s

$1,828

Rare Silfio lamp by Nucleo Sormani design Roberto Lera, 1970s

Located in Parma, IT

Very rare table lamp Silfio production Nucleo Sormani design Roberto Lera 1970s. Black coloured abs shell,inside of the diffuser in metal, original electrical system. In excellent co...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

German dining set by Preben Fabricius for Interplast, 1970s

$1,891 / set

German dining set by Preben Fabricius for Interplast, 1970s

By Preben Fabricius

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

The set is made out of fiberglass reinforced plastic. Labelled Weathered condition, structurally sound. 1970s - Germany Good condition Dimensions: Table: Height: 73cm Width: 13...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Dining Room Sets

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

Brushed brass, painted metal & Fabric 1970s tabla lamp abat jour

$902

Brushed brass, painted metal & Fabric 1970s tabla lamp abat jour

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This table lamp was made in brushed brass, white painted metal and ivory fabric shade. A central cylinder featuring four slender arms supports a frameless lampshade. The lamp is equi...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Cosack Gooseneck Clamp Lamp in Yellow, Germany, 1960s/1970s

$419

Cosack Gooseneck Clamp Lamp in Yellow, Germany, 1960s/1970s

By Cosack Leuchten

Located in Cork, IE

This bright yellow clamp lamp by Cosack with an adjustable gooseneck was made in Germany, probably in the late 60s, early 70s of the last century. Rather rare in this color, this la...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Delta Lamps by Mario Bertorelle, 1970s

$2,057 / set

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

Vico Magistretti for Artemide Chimera Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s

$2,857

Vico Magistretti for Artemide Chimera Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s

By Artemide, Vico Magistretti

Located in Naples, IT

Designer floor lamp from the 1970s, created by Vico Magistretti for Artemide. The "Chimera" model is made of methacrylate and white lacquered metal . An iconic piece that can add st...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lucite Brass and Glass Serving Cart Charles Hollis Jones Style, Italy, 1970s

$1,874

Lucite Brass and Glass Serving Cart Charles Hollis Jones Style, Italy, 1970s

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Rome, IT

Serving cart in Lucite, glass and brass details featuring two glass shelves, in the style of Charles Hollis Jones.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Modern Libellula Model Desk Lamp, Harvey Guzzini, Italy 1970s

$714Sale Price|30% Off

Midcentury Modern Libellula Model Desk Lamp, Harvey Guzzini, Italy 1970s

By Guzzini, Harvey Guzzini

Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT

Midcentury Modern Libellula Model Desk Lamp, Harvey Guzzini, Italy 1970s Rare vintage table lamp designed and produced by Guzzini ltd and designed in the 1970s by Harvey Guzzini.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Enzo Mari & Giancarlo Fassina "Aggregato" Task Light For Artemide, 1970s

$775

Enzo Mari & Giancarlo Fassina "Aggregato" Task Light For Artemide, 1970s

By Enzo Mari, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Skokie, IL

Enzo Mari & Giancarlo Fassina "Aggregato" Adjustable Task Light for Artemide, Italy 1970s. Additional information: Dimensions: 19.75" W x 10" D x 37.5" H

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1970s Flower, Herb or Bar Cart, Denmark

$777

1970s Flower, Herb or Bar Cart, Denmark

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good /very good original condition with minor signs of use - ( plastic 18 58 27)

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Pair of 1970s bar trollys by luigi massoni

$1,800 / set

Pair of 1970s bar trollys by luigi massoni

By Guzzini, Luigi Massoni

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Italy Designer: Luigi Massoni Manufacturer: Guzzini Era: 1970s Materials: Plastic Measurements: 25.5″ wide x 25.5″ deep x 23.75″ tall Condition: In excellent original condit...

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

White Tube Desk Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan, 1970s

$1,051Sale Price|20% Off

White Tube Desk Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyktan, 1970s

By Ateljé Lyktan

Located in Rødekro, DK

White Tube Desk Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 1970s This iconic White Tube Desk Lamp was designed by renowned Swedish designer Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan d...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Platone folding desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli , 1970s

$1,405

Platone folding desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli , 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Delft, NL

Platone folding desk by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli , 1970s

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Targetti Space Age Orange and Black Italian , circa 1970s

$514

Targetti Space Age Orange and Black Italian , circa 1970s

By Targetti Sankey

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A Mid-Century Modern orange and black table lamp by Targetti. It works 110-240 volts and needs a regular e27 bulb. Lamp is marked on the bottom. Articlable lamp, You can move either ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Bieffeplast Bar Trolley or Magazine Holder, Italy 1970s

$571

Bieffeplast Bar Trolley or Magazine Holder, Italy 1970s

By Bieffeplast

Located in Naples, IT

Typical Italian design trolley 1970s, produced by Bieffeplast. It is a modular plastic container, characterized by simple and functional lines with a rectangular shape and rounded c...

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

1970s Space Age Orange and Black Italian Desk Lamp by Targetti Sankey

$399

1970s Space Age Orange and Black Italian Desk Lamp by Targetti Sankey

By Targetti Sankey

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A Mid-Century Modern orange and black table lamp by Targetti. It works 110-240 volts and needs a regular e27 bulb. Lamp is marked on the bottom and in good conditions overall. The De...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Bettonica and Melocchi for Cini&Nils, "Cuboluce" Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s

$285

Bettonica and Melocchi for Cini&Nils, "Cuboluce" Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s

By Cini & Nils, Mario Melocchi and Franco Bettonica

Located in Naples, IT

Cuboluce table lamp by Cini&Nils, 1970s. Plastic frame with a checkerboard pattern. The Cuboluce lamp is ideal for reading or as an accent light; lifting the cover turns it on, and l...

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

"Abele" Desk Lamps by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci, Italy, 1970s

$891

"Abele" Desk Lamps by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci, Italy, 1970s

By Gianfranco Frattini, Luci Italia

Located in Milan, IT

Abele table lamp with dimmer by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci. Red lacquered aluminium and halogen light.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Desk in Wood Design Italy 1970s Mid-Century Modern

$857

Desk in Wood Design Italy 1970s Mid-Century Modern

Located in Palermo, IT

Rectangular desk made entirely of dark wood and enameled cream with plastic stationery compartment on the top. Made in Italy between the late 60s and early 70s.Exceptional for placem...

Category

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

Materials

Plastic, Wood

Gooseneck Desk Lamp By Hoffmeister From the 1970s-1980s

$360Sale Price|28% Off

Gooseneck Desk Lamp By Hoffmeister From the 1970s-1980s

Located in Vienna, AT

Desk lamp of Hoffmeister from the 70s / 80s Stylish gooseneck lamp with sophisticated reflector and E14 bulb: Due to the light bulb upstream reflector an additional spot effect is ...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce "Foglia" Table Lamp, Italy 1970s

$1,028

Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce "Foglia" Table Lamp, Italy 1970s

By Martinelli Luce, Elio Martinelli

Located in Naples, IT

Modern Italian table lamp Mod. Foglia, designed by Elio Martinelli for the Martinelli Luce company in the 1970s. The lamp with single white plastic shell and round base and irregular...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Rare Complete “Orix” Desk by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina for Molteni, 1970s

$5,142

Rare Complete “Orix” Desk by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina for Molteni, 1970s

By Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina, Molteni & C

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

This rare and complete “Orix” desk was designed by Italian architects Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina for Molteni in the early 1970s. A bold example of Space Age Italian design, this ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Anders Pherson for Atelje Lyktan, Black Tube Desk Lamp, 1970s, Sweden

$628

Anders Pherson for Atelje Lyktan, Black Tube Desk Lamp, 1970s, Sweden

By Ateljé Lyktan, Anders Pherson

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice black tube desk lamp Design by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lykan,1960s, Sweden. signed. Good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Serguo Mazza per Artemide Carrello Bar "Bacco", Italia 1970s

$1,428

Serguo Mazza per Artemide Carrello Bar "Bacco", Italia 1970s

By Artemide, Sergio Mazza

Located in Naples, IT

"Bacco" bar table designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1960s. Prodotto da Studio Artemide Milano, è realizzato in fibra di vetro stampata, montato su ruote, con un ripiano in...

Category

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

Materials

Plastic, Glass

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s

$2,285

Midcentury Giancarlo Piretti Red "Platone" Folding Desk for Castelli, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

The red 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

Rare Mid-Century Floor Lamp Kuala, Meblo by Franco Bresciani, Italy, 1970s

$1,027

Rare Mid-Century Floor Lamp Kuala, Meblo by Franco Bresciani, Italy, 1970s

By Meblo, Franco Bresciani

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1970s - Maker: Meblo - Perfect original condition. jr.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Retro mechanical alarm clock PRIM, Czechoslovakia, 1970s.

$274

Retro mechanical alarm clock PRIM, Czechoslovakia, 1970s.

Located in Praha, CZ

Mechanical alarm clock PRIM B70 in Brussels style, typical of the 1970s. It is made of plastic, has a red dial with luminescent numbers and hands. The alarm clock works on a mechani...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Vintage Orange bar trolley Style Alberto Rosselli for Kartell, 1970s

$2,500

Vintage Orange bar trolley Style Alberto Rosselli for Kartell, 1970s

By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Vintage Orange bar trolley Style Alberto Rosselli for Kartell, 1970s Fun and versatile beverage cart or bar cart in the style of Alberto Roselli for Kartell. Probably from the '70s, ...

Category

20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Plastic

Willy Rizzo. Hollywood Regency Murano glass lamps by BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s

$2,925Sale Price / set|20% Off

Willy Rizzo. Hollywood Regency Murano glass lamps by BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s

By BD Lumica, Willy Rizzo

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible. Expertly sourced in Spain and ready to ship. Hollywood Regency Murano glass table lamps by Willy Rizzo for BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s. ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Silver Leaf

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

$2,045

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

By Giancarlo Piretti, Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

The white 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

Ruhla Space Age Mechanical Alarm Clock, GDR, 1970s 1STDIBS Description

$262

Ruhla Space Age Mechanical Alarm Clock, GDR, 1970s 1STDIBS Description

Located in Praha, CZ

Original 1970s Ruhla mechanical alarm clock, manufactured by VEB Uhrenwerke Ruhla in the former GDR. The distinctive rounded burgundy-brown plastic case and cream-colored controls gi...

Category

Vintage 1970s European Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Plastic

Blessing Space Age Mechanical Alarm Clock, West Germany, circa 1970s

$411

Blessing Space Age Mechanical Alarm Clock, West Germany, circa 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

A striking vintage Blessing mechanical alarm clock, manufactured in West Germany circa the 1970s, showcasing the futuristic aesthetic of the Space Age era. The clock features a high...

Category

Vintage 1970s European Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Design Mid-century Adjustable Table or Wall Lamp , Elektrofem , 1970's.

$262

Design Mid-century Adjustable Table or Wall Lamp , Elektrofem , 1970's.

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Hungary Made of Lacquered Metal,Plastic 1x60W,E 27 or E26 bulb Good Original condition

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1970s Slava Soviet Mechanical Alarm Clock, Made in USSR, Mid-Century

$422

1970s Slava Soviet Mechanical Alarm Clock, Made in USSR, Mid-Century

Located in Praha, CZ

Rare vintage Slava mechanical desk alarm clock, produced in the USSR during the 1970s. The clock features a classic cream dial with bold Arabic numerals, gold/brass-tone metal case a...

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Serving Tray Bar Cart Trolley in Formica and Metal Black and Red Brown

$1,085

1970s Serving Tray Bar Cart Trolley in Formica and Metal Black and Red Brown

Located in Rome, IT

Black and red brown serving bar cart or trolley in formica and metal with double tray.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian designer. Rectangular runner in woven plastic with graphic pattern.

$400

Scandinavian designer. Rectangular runner in woven plastic with graphic pattern.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Scandinavian designer Runner in plastic, 1970s. Rectangular table runner in woven plastic with a graphic pattern in beige and light blue tones, typical of the functional and colourfu...

Category

Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Russian and Scandinavian ...

Materials

Plastic

Adjustable Table Lamp in Chromed Metal, Italy, 1970s Vintage Design

$685

Adjustable Table Lamp in Chromed Metal, Italy, 1970s Vintage Design

Located in Roma, IT

Adjustable table lamp in chromed metal, Italy 1970s. Good working condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

1970s Guido Fareschini Emmetre Lounge Set for Mariani - 3 Armchairs & Table

$596Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Guido Fareschini Emmetre Lounge Set for Mariani - 3 Armchairs & Table

Located in Manzano, IT

1970s Guido Fareschini Emmetre Lounge Set for Mariani - 3 Armchairs & Table Elevate your living space with this iconic 1970s lounge set, designed by Guido Fareschini for Mariani. Co...

Category

Vintage 1970s European Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

Minimalist Wall / Table Lamp, 1970s

$315

Minimalist Wall / Table Lamp, 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

Can be attached to the wall or used as table lamp.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Minimalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

2 Table lamps Kazuki by Kazuhide Takahama for Sirrah , 1970s

$1,714 / set

2 Table lamps Kazuki by Kazuhide Takahama for Sirrah , 1970s

By Kazuhide Takahama, Sirrah

Located in Padova, IT

Kazuhide Takahama (Nobeoka, 1930 - Bologna, February 10, 2010 [1]) was a Japanese architect and designer.  Born in 1930, he studied architecture in Tokyo and after graduation joined ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

6 Modernist Bar Stools 1970s Space Age Acrylic Table Kitchen Breakfast Seats

$7,434 / set

6 Modernist Bar Stools 1970s Space Age Acrylic Table Kitchen Breakfast Seats

Located in London, GB

A stunning set of six 1970s bar stools build from tubular acrylic pipe-like frame making them the ideal stools to have by the swimming pool! The bold frames have a backrest which h...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Stools

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Vintage Italian Sintesi Table or Wall Lamp by Ernesto Gismondi, 1970s

$1,173

Vintage Italian Sintesi Table or Wall Lamp by Ernesto Gismondi, 1970s

By Artemide

Located in Hamburg, DE

Additional information: Materials: Metal, Plastic Color: Black Styles: Mid-Century Modern Brand: Artemide Period: 1970s Designer: Ernesto Gismondi Country of Origin: Italy Item Type:...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Four 1970s White Side Table by Olaf von Bohr for GEDY

$140Sale Price / item|20% Off

Four 1970s White Side Table by Olaf von Bohr for GEDY

By Olaf von Bohr

Located in Los Angeles, CA

16” high x 16.5” wide x 10.5” deep Space Age 4-Legged Stool or Side Table by Olaf von Bohr for GEDY. Made in Italy. Four available and sold separately. Each have light wear consiste...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Plastic

1970s Lounge Set in the Style of B&B Italia - 3 Armchairs and Coffee Table

$431Sale Price|50% Off

1970s Lounge Set in the Style of B&B Italia - 3 Armchairs and Coffee Table

Located in Manzano, IT

1970s Lounge Set in the Style of B&B Italia - 3 Armchairs and Coffee Table Bring the sophisticated allure of 1970s Italian design into your living space with this stunning lounge se...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Plastic

Italian Mid-Century Modern Lucilla Table Lamp by G. Frattini for Leuka, 1970s

$3,337 / item

Italian Mid-Century Modern Lucilla Table Lamp by G. Frattini for Leuka, 1970s

By Gianfranco Frattini, Leuka

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern Lucilla table lamp by G. Frattini for Leuka, 1970s. enameled aluminum structure and elastic fabric Lucilla model table lamp. Designed by Gianfranco Frat...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

“Silvi” Space Age Vanity Table and Chair by Studio Kastilia, 1970s

$4,799

“Silvi” Space Age Vanity Table and Chair by Studio Kastilia, 1970s

Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District

An iconic Italian Space Age vanity set, the “Silvi” dressing table and matching chair were designed by Studio Kastilia and produced by Fanini Fain S.P.A. in Italy during the 1970s. W...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Fabric, Mirror, Plastic

Ettore Sottsass Cometa table lamp for Design Centre, 1970s

$17,142

Ettore Sottsass Cometa table lamp for Design Centre, 1970s

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Padova, IT

Ettore Sottsass Cometa table lamp from the series "Mobili Grigi" for Design centre/Poltronova, 1970s. Painted aluminum base, chromed brackets, white methacrylate, two-tone white and...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Midcentury Desk or Table Wastebasket EMSA, Germany, 1970s

$126

Rare Midcentury Desk or Table Wastebasket EMSA, Germany, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- rare type - practical - marked - west germany

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Plastic

Rare Midcentury Design Floor or Table Lamp, Germany, 1970s

$913

Rare Midcentury Design Floor or Table Lamp, Germany, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1970s - Germany - good original condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic

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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.