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.

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$595

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One of Eight RAAK Wall Lights Sconces, Bubble Glass Globes, 1970s

$750 / item

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Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

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1970s Guzzini Chrome Arc Wall Lamp with Plexi Globe Shade and Dimmer

$2,450

H 23 in W 16 in D 78 in

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By Guzzini

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Modernist 1970s German "Globe" Wall Light Made by Glashütte Limburg, Germany

$700Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.88 in Dm 11.03 in

Modernist 1970s German "Globe" Wall Light Made by Glashütte Limburg, Germany

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

: Germany Age: 1970s Original 1970s modernist German wall Light made of height quality

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set Basket-Globe wall lamps with raindrop glass bowl by Raak, 1970s

$1,693 / set

H 14.97 in W 9.85 in D 13 in

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Located in Den Haag, NL

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Pair of Large Vintage 1970s Brass & Glass Wall Lights with Four Globe Shades

$2,096 / set

H 5.91 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Pair of Large Vintage 1970s Brass & Glass Wall Lights with Four Globe Shades

Located in London, GB

Elegant pair of vintage wall lights from the 1970s, featuring four beautifully textured diamond

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Set of 7 Vintage, MidCentury Brass and Glass Globe Ceiling or Wall Lights, 1970s

$6,190 / set

H 10.3 in W 11.2 in D 9.7 in

Set of 7 Vintage, MidCentury Brass and Glass Globe Ceiling or Wall Lights, 1970s

Located in Lisse, NL

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Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

$2,452 / set

H 13 in W 7.09 in D 11.82 in

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Delft, NL

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

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Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

$2,919 / set

H 12.6 in W 11.03 in D 13.39 in

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Delft, NL

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

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Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

$2,102 / set

H 13 in W 7.09 in D 11.82 in

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Delft, NL

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s For outdoor use as well

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Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

$2,569 / set

H 12.6 in W 11.03 in D 13.39 in

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Delft, NL

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Mid-Century Wall Lights with Brass Fixture & Hand-Blown Glass Globes CZ 1970s

$995 / item

H 16.93 in W 13.78 in D 13 in

Mid-Century Wall Lights with Brass Fixture & Hand-Blown Glass Globes CZ 1970s

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Mid-Century Wall Lights with Brass Fixture and Hand-Blown Glass Globes by Preciosa, Czechia, 1960

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Danish Modern Brass and Optical Glass Globe Sconce by Vitrika, 1970s

$309

H 10.63 in Dm 5.91 in

Danish Modern Brass and Optical Glass Globe Sconce by Vitrika, 1970s

By Vitrika

Located in Esbjerg, DK

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RAAK Globe Outdoor Ceiling Or Wall Lamps 1970s

$420Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 14.57 in Dm 9.06 in

RAAK Globe Outdoor Ceiling Or Wall Lamps 1970s

By RAAK

Located in Den Haag, NL

RAAK Amsterdam globe wall or ceiling lamps. In and outdoor. Black plastic fixture Grey smoked glass

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Set of Eight Chrome and Glass Wall Lights Globes 1970s

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H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 6.3 in

Set of Eight Chrome and Glass Wall Lights Globes 1970s

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

Set of eight chrome and glass wall lights globes, 1970s. Very good condition. Price is per item

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Pair of Limburg Bubbled Glass Sconces, Globe Designed Wall Lamps, 1970s Germany

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H 7.88 in W 7.49 in D 3.94 in

Pair of Limburg Bubbled Glass Sconces, Globe Designed Wall Lamps, 1970s Germany

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Hagenbach, Rheinland Pfalz

Brand: Limburg Glashütte, 1970s, Germany Model no: A 602 Made of bubbled glass ball shape

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Pair of Circa 1970s-1980s Chapman Brass Sconces with Hurricane Globes, Labeled

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H 28 in W 11 in D 12 in

Pair of Circa 1970s-1980s Chapman Brass Sconces with Hurricane Globes, Labeled

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Circa 1970s-1980s chapman brass sconces with hurricane globes, labeled New wiring.

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Pair of 1970's RAAK Clear Globe Sconces

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Antwerp, BE

A set of Brass 1970's Glass Globes Wall lamps.

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Vintage 70s Space Age Arc Wall Lamp 'Globe' by Dijkstra, 1970s

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Vintage 70s Space Age Arc Wall Lamp 'Globe' by Dijkstra, 1970s

By Dijkstra

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

A very rare space age arc wall lamp by Dijkstra called 'The Globe'. The transparent outer shade and

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Modernist "Globe" Wall Ceiling Light Made by Glashütte Limburg, Germany 1970s

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Modernist "Globe" Wall Ceiling Light Made by Glashütte Limburg, Germany 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

: Germany Age: 1970s Original 1970s modernist German wall Light made of structured glass in cubic

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1970s German Peill & Putzler Faceted 3 Glass Globe on Chrome Wall Lights Sconces

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H 18.51 in W 6.3 in D 5.52 in

1970s German Peill & Putzler Faceted 3 Glass Globe on Chrome Wall Lights Sconces

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

1970s German Peill & Putzler wall light or flush mount featuring a rectangular chrome frame with 3

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1970s Pair of Italian Steel Wall Lamps with Original Glass Globes

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H 16.15 in W 7.88 in D 9.85 in

1970s Pair of Italian Steel Wall Lamps with Original Glass Globes

Located in Marbella, ES

1970s pair of vintage Italian steel wall lamps with original white glass globes, granulated at the

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Pair of German 1970s Articulated Globe Sconces

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H 7 in W 7 in D 11.75 in

Pair of German 1970s Articulated Globe Sconces

Located in Montclair, NY

A nice pair of 1970s German chrome and black enamel articulated globe wall lights. Angle of shade

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1970s Chrome Gepo Globe Lamp

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H 35 in W 7.5 in D 35 in

1970s Chrome Gepo Globe Lamp

By Gepo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1970s midcentury chrome Gepo arc wall lamp with acrylic hardware and black rectangular mount. Good

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Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

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H 8.27 in W 7.88 in D 8.67 in

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

Set of 2 globe glass wall lamps sconces by Lisa Pape Sweden , 1970s Dimensions: 25cm Depth, 20cm

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Glass and Chrome Flush Mount Globe Lights or Wall Sconces by Limburg, 1970s

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H 11.82 in Dm 8.67 in

Glass and Chrome Flush Mount Globe Lights or Wall Sconces by Limburg, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Karis, Nyland

Bubbled glass and chrome flush mount globe lights or wall sconces by Limburg, Germany, 1970s. E27

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Pair of 1970's RAAK Smoke Glass Globe Sconces

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H 17 in W 10 in D 12 in

Pair of 1970's RAAK Smoke Glass Globe Sconces

By RAAK

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1970's RAAK smoke glass globe sconces.

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Italian Large Wall Lights with White Striped Wavy Glass Globes, 1970s

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H 10.63 in W 10.04 in D 12.8 in

Italian Large Wall Lights with White Striped Wavy Glass Globes, 1970s

By Venini

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Large Wall Lights with White Striped Wavy Glass Globes, 1970s Beautiful large pair of wall

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1970s Glazed White Ceramic Hand Holding a Glass Globe Wall Sconce or Wall Light

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H 7.5 in W 5 in D 7.5 in

1970s Glazed White Ceramic Hand Holding a Glass Globe Wall Sconce or Wall Light

Located in Lisse, NL

Good quality and fine condition, right hand sculpture wall light. If you are looking for an out

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1970s Glazed White Ceramic Hand Holding a Glass Globe Wall Sconce or Wall Light

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H 6.5 in W 5 in D 8 in

1970s Glazed White Ceramic Hand Holding a Glass Globe Wall Sconce or Wall Light

Located in Lisse, NL

Good quality and fine condition this left hand sculpture wall light. If you are looking for an out

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1970s Glazed White Ceramic Hand Holding a Glass Globe Wall Sconce or Wall Light

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H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 7 in

1970s Glazed White Ceramic Hand Holding a Glass Globe Wall Sconce or Wall Light

Located in Lisse, NL

Good quality and fine condition, left hand sculpture wall light. If you are looking for an out of

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Organic Modern White Satin Glass Globe W. Pottery Body Rustic Wall Light, 1970s

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H 12 in W 6.5 in D 7 in

Organic Modern White Satin Glass Globe W. Pottery Body Rustic Wall Light, 1970s

Located in Miami, FL

Rustic faux wood Mid-Century Modern pottery wall sconce from the 1960s-1970s. Very textured pottery

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Space Age Green Vintage Outdoor Plastic Globe Wall Lamps by Guzzini, 1970s Italy

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H 16.54 in W 15.75 in D 18.9 in

Space Age Green Vintage Outdoor Plastic Globe Wall Lamps by Guzzini, 1970s Italy

By Guzzini

Located in Vienna, AT

), Italy, 1970s. The wall lamps were made of green lacquered cast aluminum. Furthermore the globes were

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Large Metal and Brass World Globe Map Wall Sculpture, Spain 1970s

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H 16 in Dm 105 in

Large Metal and Brass World Globe Map Wall Sculpture, Spain 1970s

Located in L'Escala, ES

Beautiful and rare large metal and brass world globe map wall sculpture manufactured in Spain in

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1970s Globe Wall Light by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK

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H 12.6 in Dm 9.45 in

1970s Globe Wall Light by Frank Ligtelijn for RAAK

By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK

Located in Noorderwijk, BE

This design Classic from the 1970s features a round glass sphere made from smoked glass, which

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Pair of Satin Globe Glass Chrome Brass Italian Sconces, Gaetano Sciolari, 1970s

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H 13 in W 13 in D 5.91 in

Pair of Satin Globe Glass Chrome Brass Italian Sconces, Gaetano Sciolari, 1970s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

Great Italian pair of space-age wall lights or sconces designed by Gaetano Sciolari, circa 1960

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1970s wall globe you’re looking for. A 1970s wall globe — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1970s wall globe, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1970s wall globe is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made 1970s wall globe has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by RAAK, Glashütte Limburg and Chapman Manufacturing Company are consistently popular.

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From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.

We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.

It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.

When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.

For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.

Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.